Railcar Helper

Transco Rail Services; Fort Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits including dental,Vision

Pension and retirement savings

Personal rebates for fitness, devices,

Job summary

Transco Rail Services is hiring a Railcar Helper for our Shell Scotford repair facility. The role covers 12-hour rotating shifts, repairs on hopper and tank railcars, welding, air arc gouging, and related documentation to regulatory standards.

You will work with hand and power tools, read work orders, and follow safety policies. Prior railcar repair experience is preferred; strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand work orders and safety data sheets.
• Experience with railcar repair or similar is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Car repairs on hopper and tank railcars, including welding and air arc gouging.
• Prepare and maintain repair documentation to regulatory standards.
• Perform inspections and quality checks in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to health and safety policies and wear prescribed PPE.
• Operate hand and power tools and assist with other repair tasks as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Reading work orders

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Transco Rail ServicesAs a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.Transco Rail Services, along with Marmon Rail, delivers full service railcar repair and maintenance through a broad North American network of fixed shops and mobile field service teams. Serving freight and tank car fleets across multiple industries, we are committed to safety, compliance, quality, and reliable service.We have exciting opportunities for reliable Railcar Helper at our repair facility onsite at Shell Scotford. This opportunity is perfect for someone with experience looking for a stable position in an organization that offers advancement.Primary Shift Schedule:12 hour rotating shift : 0530am - 530pm4 on 5 off5 on 4 off5 on 5 offPrincipal duties in this position are including but not limited to:Car repairs involving cutting and welding (SMAW) on the rail body, including tank and/or hopper, and other car componentsAir Arc GougingPreparing and maintaining documentation for completion of rail car repairs in compliance with regulatory standardsPerform necessary repairs to Hopper, Tank railcars and their components, including interior linings, light and medium-duty mechanical repairs, coupler servicing, changing out loading valves, airbrake testing, rail car bubble leak testing, etc.Inbound rail car inspections as requiredRead, comprehend, and follow repair orders and proceduresOther related duties as assignedThis role requires the successful candidate to work a rotating 12-hour shift.Requirements:Strong written and oral communication skillsStrong mechanical background with competent and safe use of hand tools and power equipmentMust be able to read and understand written work orders, material safety data sheets, complete work write-ups, and other paper and computer workPrior railcar repair experience or similar, and knowledge of AAR standards an assetPerform and document quality control checks as required by Company and regulatory quality standardsAdhere to both customer site and Transco’s health and safety standards (including the Responsible Care policy), and wear the required personal protective equipment for the job in a safe mannerMust be able to work in an environment with continuous exposure to outdoor weather conditions with dust, fumes, and noiseThe ability to work while wearing respiratory protectionWHMIS training, experience dealing with hazardous commoditiesMust be able to climb, stoop, and bend repeatedly, carry hand and power tools.Comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, around machinery, and in conditions where there are loud noises and fumesConfined space entry to repair hopper car liningsDetail-oriented and committed to qualityExcellent time management skillsThe ability to work independently or within a teamShow strong initiative and maintain a positive, proactive approach at all timesValid driver’s license required and reliable transportation to get to and from workAll applicants are required to complete and pass our full medical testing upon hire.Benefits:Transco Rail Services is an equal opportunity employer offering employees the opportunity to be a contributing member of a successful team as well as competitive wages and extensive benefit coverage:Group benefits including dental, vision, and insuranceGenerous pension and retirement savings plansPersonal rebates for fitness, computers and educationWe thank all applicants for their interest in Transco Rail Services; however, only successful candidates will be contacted.Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.