Railcar Technician

Procor Limited; Guernsey; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits including medical

Pension plan

Education rebates

Job summary

Transco Rail Services, part of Marmon Holdings, is seeking a Railcar Technician to assist with customer repair requirements in a safe, Responsible Care environment. You will organize tool areas, repair railcar components, and operate in both indoor shops and outdoor sites while complying with safety standards.

The role includes training provided by Procor to develop competency, with 10- and 12-hour shift rotations and a starting wage of $30.90 per hour.

Qualifications

• Welding experience is an asset.
• NDT experience is an asset.
• CNC machining experience is an asset.
• Competent and safe use of shop tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Organize tool areas and maintain the facility.
• Service, repair and replace rail car components (hopper gates, top hatch covers, etc.).
• Work from heights and in confined spaces.
• Exterior/Interior corrosion repairs and paint prep.
• Inspect and repair safety appliances.
• Assist in set up and teardown of safe work areas.
• Work indoors and outdoors in all weather.

Skills

Welding

NDT

CNC Machining

Shop tools

Railcar repair

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Initiative

Communication

Safety standards

Job description

Transco Rail Services As 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.

Job Summary:

The Railcar Technician will be responsible for assisting with the repair requirements of the customers while completing work in a safe and Responsible Care environment.

• Organizing all tool areas and maintaining the facility
• Servicing, repair and replacement of rail car components, including: Hopper gates, top hatch covers, running boards, brake shoes, knuckle pins, truck springs, bearing adaptors, friction casting wear plates, etc.
• Working from heights and in confined spaces
• Exterior/Interior corrosion repairs
• Exterior/Interior paint preparation, repairs and stenciling
• Inspection and repair of safety appliances
• Assisting in setup and teardown of safe work areas
• Working both inside the facility and outdoors as required, in all weather conditions
• Adhere to health and safety standards, including Procor’s Responsible Care policy
• Additional related duties as assigned
• Training will be provided by Procor to develop competency in the above tasks
• The regular working hours of this position are as follows: 10 & 12 hour shift rotation based on a 40 hour week. These hours may change depending on business requirements.

Competencies:

• Welding experience an asset
• NDT (non‑destructive testing) - asset
• CNC Machining - asset
• Competent and safe use of shop tools and equipment: cranes, electric/pneumatic/hydraulic tools, and hand tools
• Railcar repair experience would be an asset
• Detail oriented
• Able to work well independently
• Strong initiative
• Effective communication and organization skills
• Adhere to Transco’s health and safety standards (including the Responsible Care policy), and wears the required PPE for the job in a safe manner

Requirements:

• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to get to and from work
• Previous railcar repair experience and knowledge of AAR standards an asset
• Able to perform all necessary repairs of railcars and their components
• Depending on site: Experience Torch Cutting and Stick Welding (SMAW) including the comprehension of welding and cutting equipment and to inspect for safe operation
• Depending on site: Must be able to pass an in-house weld test eg: 7018 2G, 3G, 4G & 5G and other weld as necessary
• Competent and safe use of hand tools and power equipment
• Perform and document quality control checks as required by Company quality standards.
• Must be able to read and understand written work orders and material safety data sheets.
• Must be able to work in an environment with continuous exposure to outdoor weather conditions with dust, fumes, and noise.
• Must be able to climb, stoop, and bend repeatedly, carry hand and power tools.
• Adhere to Transco's health and safety standards (including the Responsible Care policy), and wear the required personal protective equipment for the job in a safe manner, including respirators (full and half face), hearing protection, eye protection, steel toed boots, and fall protection.
• Comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, around machinery, and in conditions where there are loud noises and fumes
• Ability to work outdoors primarily year round
• The ability to work well independently as well as with a team
• Detail-oriented and committed to quality
• Completes tasks with a sense of urgency while delivering safe and accurate results
• All applicants are required to complete and pass our full medical testing upon hire.

Benefits:

• Group benefits including dental, vision, and insurance
• Generous pension and retirement savings plans
• Personal rebates for fitness, computers and education

Starting Wage: $30.90

About the Company:

Welcome to the biggest small business you’ll ever find. Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups—where they’re able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While we’re all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you're advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.