Locomotive Electrician

Genesee & Wyoming Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail services provider located in Edmonton, AB seeks a locomotive electrician to maintain and troubleshoot locomotives. The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma, electrical experience, and a valid driver's license. The job involves performing inspections, wiring and repairing equipment, and working in adverse weather conditions. Comprehensive training is available for candidates with some electrical background.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Experience in railway is an asset.
• Experience or knowledge in programmable automation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot locomotives and their components.
• Perform inspections and understand regulations pertaining to inspections.
• Wire, maintain, repair, and install electrical equipment.

Skills

Electrical experience

Communication skills

Ability to work in adverse weather conditions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Professional certificate in Electromechanical or Electrical field

Job description

Overview

Company: BMS Locomotive Service Group Inc.

Work location: Edmonton, AB

Status: Permanent

Salary: Depending on experience

Description: Genesee & Wyoming is a leading provider of rail and transportation services with 125 years of industry expertise. At Genesee & Wyoming Canada Inc., we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute their unique talents and ideas at all levels of our operations.

Position

The locomotive electrician is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting locomotives and their components. We’re ready to train you if you have some electrical experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the different rules and regulations for safety, operations and Transport Canada.
• Performs periodic and annual inspections and understands different regulations pertaining to inspections.
• Wire, maintain, repair, rebuild, inspect and install electrical equipment, including but not limited to rheostats, control systems, transformers, motors, generators, electric lighting fixtures, cab heaters, batteries and their charging systems, speed recorders, air compressor controls, temperature switches, starters, axle generators, coils, contactors, relays and governors.
• Responsible for preventative maintenance on all electrical components.
• Troubleshoot and test single and three-phase electrical systems on diesel electric locomotives which include grounded components and wiring, high and low voltage, wheel slip, transition and electrical load or no-load conditions.
• Work safely.
• Perform other duties as requested.

General Requirements

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience or a professional certificate in either the Electromechanical or Electrical field.
• Experience in railway (asset)
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations: working hours, service calls, overtime, tasks to accomplish, outside of the work location, etc.
• Must possess a positive attitude and have an ease to communicate with others.
• Must be prepared to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Demonstrate a high level of autonomy and resourcefulness.
• Must possess experience or knowledge in programmable automation. (asset)

If considered for the position, a full background check will be required (physical, drug, criminal and references)