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Cando Rail & Terminals

Industrial Electrician

  • Oakbank, MB, Canada

Full-time

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Industrial Electrician will work independently or in small team environments repairing and servicing electrical components of various types of locomotives. If you enjoy working outdoors, physical activity, problem solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this opportunity is for you!

Cando provides specialized rail operating services. We provide a wide range of rail services including short line operations, industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, and more. With over 50 operations, we are the 3rd largest locomotive fleet in Canada and growing!

Cando Advantages

  • Work Life Balance with Fixed Schedules
  • Cando’s Technical and Leadership Training Programs
  • Award Winning Safety Culture
  • Employee Ownership Program
  • Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances
  • Flexible Health & Dental Benefits
  • Canada’s Best Managed Company for 10 years!

The Electrician will work independently or in small team environments repairing and servicing electrical components of various types of locomotives.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Inspects locomotive electrical systems, diagnose issues, make recommendations as to course of action and repair/recondition as needed
  • Performs all types of preventative maintenance services on locomotives and other Cando equipment
  • Perform maintenance and low/high voltage repairs of Locomotive electrical systems
  • Track all inspections and repair/maintenance work performed; completes all required logs
  • Maintains and cares for all work areas, vehicles, and tools used to perform the locomotive and equipment servicing
  • Provides quality customer relations; interfaces with operations teams on site
  • Promotes and guides others to understand the daily requirements to effectively service and maintain locomotives
  • Diagnose electrical problems using diagrams or schematics
  • Install and repair electrical systems
  • Inspect, troubleshoot, and conduct tests
  • Pinpoint problems using a range of testing devices
  • Safely use various hand and power tools
  • Perform a variety of functions related to electrical controls, equipment, and wiring

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

  • Ability to independently plan, organize, and prioritize workload
  • Ability to lift/push/pull a minimum of fifty (50) pounds and to maneuver in/through/around equipment easily and safely
  • Ability to meet Workplace Safety & Health standards
  • General computer skills with ability to learn new processes
  • Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license
  • Ability to hold and maintain the safety and rail certifications required to access various sites
  • Ability to work indoors/outdoors in all weather conditions with tolerance to fumes and odours
  • Willingness to address emergency service problems at any time of day or night

Education & Experience

  • Must be proficient with electrical systems and locomotive repairs and maintenance
  • Preference will be given to those who possess certification as a Locomotive Mechanic, Electrician and Millwright
  • Experience working in heavy industrial environments is an asset

Note: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand of the level of expertise required in this position.

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Responsibilities

Inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain locomotive electrical systems and other equipment, including performing preventative maintenance and low- and high-voltage repairs. Document inspections and repairs, maintain tools and work areas, coordinate with operations teams, and support safe, effective locomotive servicing.

Requirements

Candidates must be proficient in electrical systems and locomotive repair and maintenance, able to plan work independently, and capable of safely handling physical tasks in varied weather conditions. A valid driver's license and the ability to maintain required safety and rail certifications are required; certification as a Locomotive Mechanic, Electrician, or Millwright is preferred, and heavy industrial experience is an asset.

Skills

  • Locomotive Electrical Repair
  • Electrical Systems Maintenance
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Reading Diagrams and Schematics
  • Low- and High-Voltage Repairs
  • Electrical Testing
  • Use of Testing Devices
  • Hand and Power Tool Safety
  • Electrical Controls and Wiring
  • Workload Planning and Prioritization
  • Workplace Safety
  • Computer Skills
  • Customer Relations
  • Team Collaboration
  • Equipment Maintenance

Benefits

  • Work-Life Balance With Fixed Schedules
  • Technical and Leadership Training Programs
  • Award-Winning Safety Culture
  • Employee Ownership Program
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Health and Dental Benefits

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Categories

  • Trades
  • Transportation
  • Engineering
  • Manufacturing
  • Security & Safety

Keywords

  • Industrial Electrician
  • Locomotive
  • Rail Transportation
  • Locomotive Electrical Systems
  • Electrical Components
  • Electrical Controls
  • Electrical Wiring
  • Low-Voltage Repairs
  • High-Voltage Repairs
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Electrician Certification
  • Millwright Certification
  • Electrical Diagrams
  • Electrical Schematics
  • Testing Devices
  • Hand Tools
  • Power Tools
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Heavy Industrial Environments
  • Rail Certifications
  • Workplace Safety and Health
  • Emergency Service
  • Oakbank, Manitoba

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