Locomotive Mechanic
- Oakbank, MB, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Locomotive Mechanic will work independently or in small team environments in the field repairing and servicing Cando’s fleet 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 3 largest locomotive fleet in Canada and growing!
Cando Advantages
The Locomotive Mechanic will work independently or in small team environments repairing and servicing various types of locomotives.
Roles & Responsibilities
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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 3 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 9 years!
The Locomotive Mechanic will work independently or in small team environments repairing and servicing various types of locomotives.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Inspects locomotive, diagnose issues, make recommendations as to course of action and repair/recondition as needed
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and inspections on locomotives in accordance with company and regulatory standards
- Track all inspections and repair/maintenance work performed; completes all required logs
- Repair and replace components including engines, braking systems, wheels, bearings, couplers, fuel systems and other components.
- Perform major mechanical repairs and engine overhauls.
- Interpret technical drawings and schematics
- Maintains and cares for all work areas, vehicles, and tools used to perform the locomotive and equipment servicing
- Ability to independently plan, organize, and prioritize workload
- Strong mechanical aptitude with demonstrated experience in heavy equipment repair.
- 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
- Proficient with tools, test equipment and safe shop practices
- General computer skills with ability to learn new processes
- Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license
- Ability to work indoors/outdoors in all weather conditions
- Willingness to address emergency service problems at any time of day or night
- Diesel, automotive or heavy equipment experience.
- Experience working in heavy industrial environments and with similar equipment
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Responsibilities
Inspect, diagnose, repair, and service various locomotives, including performing scheduled preventive maintenance, major mechanical repairs, and engine overhauls. Document inspections and maintenance, interpret technical drawings, and maintain work areas, vehicles, and tools.
Requirements
Candidates need diesel, automotive, or heavy equipment experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work independently, safely, and in all weather conditions. They must be able to handle physical work, use tools and test equipment, learn computer-based processes, hold a valid driver’s license, and respond to emergency service problems at any time.
Skills
- Locomotive Repair and Servicing
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Heavy Equipment Repair
- Engine Overhauls
- Brake System Repair
- Component Replacement
- Technical Drawing and Schematic Interpretation
- Inspection and Maintenance Documentation
- Workload Planning and Prioritization
- Safe Shop Practices
- Use of Tools and Test Equipment
- Computer Skills
- Physical Strength and Mobility
- Workplace Safety
- Valid Driver’s License
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
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Locomotive
- Rail Transportation
- Diesel
- Heavy Equipment
- Automotive
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical Repair
- Troubleshooting
- Engine Overhaul
- Braking Systems
- Wheels
- Bearings
- Couplers
- Fuel Systems
- Technical Drawings
- Schematics
- Inspections
- Maintenance Logs
- Tools
- Test Equipment
- Shop Safety
- Workplace Safety and Health
- Field Service
- Emergency Repairs
- Industrial Environment