Mechanic

Cando Rail Service; Brandon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Technical & Leadership Training

Safety Culture

Employee Ownership Program

Group Life Insurance

Job summary

Cando Rail Service in Brandon, MB, is seeking a Mechanic to repair and service construction and railway equipment in a shop environment. The role can be independent or in a small team, with emphasis on diagnostics, repair, and maintenance to ensure safe, reliable operation.

Experience with aftertreatment, hydraulic and electrical systems, and engine operation is valued. Some evening/weekend work and occasional travel may be required, and employees enjoy a strong safety culture and ongoing

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Organize workload

Diagnose aftertreatment

Hydraulic systems

Electrical diagnostics

Drive forklift

Safety compliance

Tool use

Self-motivation

Team interface

Reading schematics

Education

MB Safety Inspection (asset)

Electrical diagnostics experience (asset)

Heavy equipment experience (asset)

Class 1 Driver license with air and forklift (asset)

Job description

Description

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 3 rd largest locomotive fleet in Canada and growing!

• 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
• 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.

• 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

• 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

Locations

Brandon, MB R7B4K7, CAN

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.