Description
Great Western Railway Ltd. is seeking a qualified Carman (Railcar Mechanic ) with a proven commitment to Safety. This is a full time position. As a member of our mechanical team, the carman will be responsible for: Performing inspections and repairs on rail cars Adhere to deadlines and ensure all repairs meet AAR and/or Transport Canada regulations Administrative tasks, such as accurate time keeping, repair schedule and job completion records Involvement in the procurement of parts, equipment, and tools Work with hand, power, pneumatic and hydraulic tools. Welding Incident response Cleaning of rail cars Be knowledgeable about a variety of documents including manufacturers manuals, technical bulletins, parts bulletins, service or preventative maintenance manuals, fact sheets, American Association of Railways (AAR) field manuals and government regulations. Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
3+ years practical experience as a qualified carman ( Railcar mechanic ) Welding certification and experience and air brake certification Strong customer focus Safety and results oriented with a solid mechanical background Ability to perform hands-on repair to railcars Demonstrated attention to detail Ability to comply with instruction and comprehend published rules, procedures, inspection checklists, government regulations, operating and maintenance instructions and other work-related information Working knowledge of railcar mechanical systems, including air brake, welding and fabrication Accommodations in Assiniboia can be provided if needed