Certified Welder & Railcar Mechanic
- Coteau-du-Lac, QC, Canada
Full-time
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Repair Facility - Coteau-du-Lac, QC
Ronsco Inc. is a comprehensive rail provider of products and services. Home to one of North America’s largest manufacturers of freight car axles and Canada’s leading Wheelshop, supplying rail freight, passenger and transit industries. An extensive 46-acre repair facility and mobile services spanning the country. Ronsco’s services are complimented by a growing catalogue of more than 7,000 components, tools and supplies, distributed from our warehouses across North America.
We at Ronsco understand the importance of meaningful work. A career with us offers professional growth and personal fulfillment. Whether you are an experienced railroader, ambitious graduate or tradesperson with complimentary skills, we seek insightful and constructive candidates who leave an impact.
Currently we are seeking a welder to join the team at our Maintenance & Repair facility in Coteau-du-Lac Québec, performing inspections and mechanical repairs to all type of railcars.
Position: Certified Welder & Railcar Mechanic
Employment Status: Permanent, Fulltime
Schedule: Weekdays 6:30 – 15:00, overtime and weekends as required.
Start Date: Immediately
Key Job Responsibilities
Ronsco Inc. is a comprehensive rail provider of products and services. Home to one of North America’s largest manufacturers of freight car axles and Canada’s leading Wheelshop, supplying rail freight, passenger and transit industries. An extensive 46-acre repair facility and mobile services spanning the country. Ronsco’s services are complimented by a growing catalogue of more than 7,000 components, tools and supplies, distributed from our warehouses across North America.
We at Ronsco understand the importance of meaningful work. A career with us offers professional growth and personal fulfillment. Whether you are an experienced railroader, ambitious graduate or tradesperson with complimentary skills, we seek insightful and constructive candidates who leave an impact.
Currently we are seeking a welder to join the team at our Maintenance & Repair facility in Coteau-du-Lac Québec, performing inspections and mechanical repairs to all type of railcars.
Position: Certified Welder & Railcar Mechanic
Employment Status: Permanent, Fulltime
Schedule: Weekdays 6:30 – 15:00, overtime and weekends as required.
Start Date: Immediately
Key Job Responsibilities
- Operate a variety of tools and equipment including (but not limited to) pneumatic and hydraulic tools, grinders, jacks, welders, cutting torches, forklifts, cranes.
- Develop knowledge of railcar maintenance standards and rules, while interpreting industry terminology for application to mechanical repairs of railcars.
- Maintain a clean organized workstation and assist with general shop upkeep.
- Organize time and priorities to meet production efficiency standards.
- Adhere to and promote safety practices.
- Certified welder.
- Previous railway experience a plus.
- A moderate comfort level with computers and role associated technology.
- Ability to work in a physically demanding industrial environment.
- Ability to perform physical activities that require full body mobility, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping and standing for an extended period.
- Possibility of working in confined spaces and at heights exceeding 4 ft off the ground with proper PPE and fall protection (following training and certification).
- Occasionally work outdoors in adverse conditions.
- Competitive salary based on responsibilities.
- Comprehensive group benefits package, and retirement savings plan.
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Responsibilities
Operate tools and equipment to inspect and mechanically repair railcars while applying railcar maintenance standards and industry terminology. Maintain an organized workstation, meet production efficiency standards, and follow and promote safe work practices.
Requirements
A certified welder is required; previous railway experience is an asset. Candidates should be comfortable using computers and able to perform physically demanding work, including climbing, lifting, working at heights or in confined spaces, and occasionally working outdoors in adverse conditions.
Skills
- Welding
- Railcar Inspection
- Mechanical Repair
- Pneumatic Tools
- Hydraulic Tools
- Grinding
- Cutting Torch Operation
- Forklift Operation
- Crane Operation
- Railcar Maintenance Standards
- Computer Literacy
- Time Management
- Workplace Organization
- Safety Practices
- Physical Stamina
Benefits
- Group Benefits Package
- Retirement Savings Plan
Visa sponsorship
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- Transportation
- Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Certified Welder
- Railcar Mechanic
- Railcar Inspection
- Mechanical Repairs
- Railcar Maintenance Standards
- Railway Experience
- Pneumatic Tools
- Hydraulic Tools
- Grinders
- Jacks
- Welders
- Cutting Torches
- Forklifts
- Cranes
- Computer Literacy
- Production Efficiency
- Workplace Safety
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Fall Protection
- Confined Spaces
- Working At Heights
- Industrial Environment