Rail Car Repair Technician

Procor Limited manages Canada’s largest private tank car lease fleet and operates an extensive repair network across the country. Our fleet has grown to include more than 31,000 special purpose tank and freight cars. Procor also operates 27 repair locations servicing the petroleum, petrochemicals, plastics, chemicals, fertilizers and food markets.

We have exciting opportunities for reliable Railcar Repair Technicians with our Mobile Repair Unit for Red Deer. This opportunity is perfect for someone with experience looking for a stable position in an organization that offers advancement.

Job Summary:

Principal duties in this position are car repairs including but not limited to:

• Car repairs involving cutting and welding (SMAW) on the rail body, including tank and/or hopper, and other car components
• Air Arc Gouging
• Confined space entry
• Light and medium-duty mechanical repairs to rail cars
• Working at heights
• Read, comprehend, and follow repair orders, procedures & blue prints
• Operate telehandler forklift
• Adhere to health and safety standards, including Responsible Care Policy
• Other related duties as assigned

This role requires the successful candidate to work the schedule of Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, some weekend OT coverage and on occasion, road work away from home on an as needed basis. Please be advised that the schedule may change as business needs dictate.

Requirements:

• Previous railcar repair experience and knowledge of AAR standards an asset
• Able to perform all necessary repairs of railcars and their components
• Experience Torch Cutting and Stick Welding (SMAW) including the comprehension of welding and cutting equipment and to inspect for safe operation is an asset.
• 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 Procor’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
• 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
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to get to and from work

All applicants are required to complete and pass our full medical testing, drug/alcohol testing and criminal background check upon hire.

Benefits:
Procor Limited 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 insurance
• Pension and retirement savings plans
• Personal rebates for fitness, computers and education

We thank all applicants for their interest in Procor Limited, however only successful candidates will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $28.58-$44.48 per hour

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Red Deer, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Do you have railcar experience?

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person