The Mechanic will work independently and/or in a small team environment repairing and servicing various types of construction and railway equipment. If you enjoy working as part of a team, 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 9 years!
The Mechanic will work independently and/or in a small team environment repairing and servicing various types of construction and railway equipment. The work will be in a shop environment only.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Inspect rail, truck and trailer, diagnose issues, make recommendations as to course of action and repair/recondition as needed
- Maintain, repair, and overhaul truck and trailer and specialized railway equipment
- Test, diagnose, and repair hydraulic systems, electrical systems, magnets, etc.
- Keep accurate records of work performed
- Troubleshoot and maintain electrical system and magnet
- Maintain and care for all work areas, vehicles, and tools used to perform the equipment servicing
- Provide quality customer service and interface with the operations teams when on site
- Promote and guide others to understand the daily requirements to effectively service and maintain equipment, complete Manitoba safety and repair equipment as needed.
Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload
- Understand and have the ability to diagnose and repair all aftertreatment systems on all trucks
- Understanding of hydraulic valve operation and ability to diagnose issues; ability to read hydraulic schematics
- Ability to lift/push/pull a minimum of fifty (50) pounds, work in confined spaces and manoeuvre in/through/around equipment easily and safely
- Working knowledge of Cummins, Cat, Deere, and all Detroit engines
- Ability meet Workplace Safety & Health standards
- General computer skills with ability to learn new processes
- Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license, Forklift license, Manitoba Safety Inspection certificate, and 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; ability to work in small spaces
- Willingness to do some evening and weekend work and be able to work away from home for periods of time
- Ability to take direction and work with moderate supervision
- Incumbents must provide and maintain their own hand tools
Education & Experience
- Journeyman Truck & Trailer Technician
- MB Safety Inspection certification is an asset
- Experience in all aftertreatment systems on trucks and diagnostic abilities is an asset
- Experience in all aspects of electrical diagnostics and repair is an asset
- Experience working with heavy industrial/construction equipment
- Class 1 driver license with air and forklift license 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.
