Locomotive Mechanic - #182750

Genesee & Wyoming Inc.


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Edmonton, AB
Contract type: Full time
Job Details

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.

Company: BMS Locomotive Service Group Inc.

Work location: Edmonton, AB

Status: Permanent

Why You Should Join Our Team

  • To work in a unique and stimulating field
  • We offer training and a career development program
  • To benefit from a range of competitive benefits including:
  • A Group Insurance Program a comprehensive coverage including health care, dental, eye care, hospitalization, disability, and life insurance.
  • Telemedicine Services to our employees and their families.
  • Fitness Allowance to promote your health, mental health and wellness.
  • Savings Program we offer the opportunity to participate in a retirement savings plan (with a contribution of up to 6% to your RRSP) you can also take advantage of a Tax-Free Savings Account TFSA, allowing you to benefit from tax-free savings.
  • An employee and family assistance program - EFAP
  • To contribute to a sustainable future, as trains is one of the most eco-friendly modes of transportation in Canada.

Responsibilities

The selected candidate will perform the following functions:

  • 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 phases 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 professional certificate in either the Electromechanical or Electrical field.
  • Must possess 3 years relevant work experience.
  • 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)

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