Full Time Carman – Rail car Repair

Great Western Railway Ltd.; Assiniboia; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental

Vision & drugs

Matched pension

Disability coverage

Job summary

Great Western Railway Ltd. is seeking a qualified Carman (Railcar Mechanic) for full-time coverage based in Assiniboia, SK. The role emphasizes safety, hands-on inspections and repairs of rail cars, adherence to AAR and Transport Canada regulations, and accurate maintenance records.

The candidate will engage in parts procurement, welding, and operation of various tools in an industrial setting. The ideal candidate has 3+ years as a Carman, welding and air brake certifications, and a solid

Qualifications

• 3+ years of practical experience as Carman (railcar mechanic).
• Welding certification and air brake certification.
• Detail-oriented with a safety focus.
• Knowledge of rail car mechanical systems and related manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and repairs on rail cars.
• Adhere to deadlines and ensure repairs meet AAR and Transport Canada regulations.
• Administrative tasks such as accurate time keeping, repair schedules and job completion records.
• Assist in procurement of parts, equipment, and tools.
• Work with hand, power, pneumatic and hydraulic tools; welding; cleaning of rail cars.
• Be knowledgeable about manuals, bulletins, and government regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Railcar mechanic

Welding cert

Air brake cert

Attention to detail

Safety oriented

Regulations knowledge

Job description

Great Western Railway is located in southwest SK, and consists of a former CPKC rail line that was slated for abandonment. Established in 2000, we are locally owned by grain producers, ranchers, agricultural business & communities based primarily along our line.

We proudly serve shippers in the Southwest including agriculture and energy. Our primary objective is to facilitate a competitive and alternative way for producers to get their products to market. We also provide an important alternative access to international markets.

Summary of the Role

Great Western Railway Ltd. is seeking a qualified Carman (Railcar Mechanic ) with a proven commitment to safety to fill a vacancy for full time coverage. GWR is poised for growth across various industries and is seeking team oriented candidates to support our future. This position is based in Assiniboia SK.

Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to:

• 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
• 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
• Safety and results oriented with a solid mechanical background
• Ability to perform hands‑on repair to rail cars
• 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 rail car mechanical systems, including air brake, welding and fabrication

Physical Requirements

• Fine motor skills to use hand and power tools
• Capable and willing to perform physically demanding work in an industrial environment in all weather conditions
• Comfortable working at heights up to 10 m
• Comfortable in confined spaces

GWR can offer a full benefit package, which includes coverage for health, dental, vision & drugs. We also offer a matched pension plan and disability.

At GWR, we want to encourage a safety-first culture. We are compliant with all safety regulations and are committed to making sure our employees are protected.