Railcar Technician

The Railcar Technician will be responsible for assisting with the repair requirements of the customers while completing work in a safe and Responsible Care environment.

Responsibilities

The Railcar Technician will be responsible for assisting with the repair requirements of the customers while completing work in a safe and Responsible Care environment; Organizing all tool areas and maintaining the facility; Servicing, repair and replacement of rail car components, including hopper gates, top hatch covers, running boards, brake shoes, knuckle pins, truck springs, bearing adaptors, friction casting wear plates, etc.; Working from heights and in confined spaces; Exterior/Interior corrosion repairs; Exterior/Interior paint preparation, repairs and stenciling; Inspection and repair of safety appliances; Assisting in setup and teardown of safe work areas; Working both inside the facility and outdoors as required, in all weather conditions; Adhere to health and safety standards, including Procor’s Responsible Care policy; Additional related duties as assigned

Requirements

Legally entitled to work in Canada; Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to get to and from work; Able to perform all necessary repairs of railcars and their components; Depending on site: Experience Torch Cutting and Stick Welding (SMAW) including the comprehension of welding and cutting equipment and to inspect for safe operation; Depending on site: Must be able to pass an in-house weld test eg: 7018 2G, 3G, 4G & 5G and other weld as necessary; Competent and safe use of hand tools and power equipment; Competent and safe use of shop tools and equipment: cranes, electric/pneumatic/hydraulic tools, and hand tools; Perform and document quality control checks as required by Company quality standards; Must be able to read and understand written work orders and material safety data sheets; Must be able to work in an environment with continuous exposure to outdoor weather conditions with dust, fumes, and noise; Must be able to climb, stoop, and bend repeatedly, carry hand and power tools; Adhere to Transco's health and safety standards (including the Responsible Care policy), and wear the required personal protective equipment for the job in a safe manner, including respirators (full and half face), hearing protection, eye protection, steel toed boots, and fall protection; Comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, around machinery, and in conditions where there are loud noises and fumes; Ability to work outdoors primarily year round; The ability to work well independently as well as with a team; Detail-oriented and committed to quality; Completes tasks with a sense of urgency while delivering safe and accurate results; All applicants are required to complete and pass our full medical testing upon hire; Strong initiative; Effective communication and organization skills

Nice to have

Welding experience an asset; NDT (non-destructive testing) - asset; CNC Machining - asset; Railcar repair experience would be an asset; Previous railcar repair experience and knowledge of AAR standards an asset

Benefits

Group benefits including dental, vision, and insurance; Generous pension and retirement savings plans; Personal rebates for fitness, computers and education