Electrical Technician

2 weeks ago

Toronto ON CA, Ontario CAD Industries Ferroviaires Ltée Full time
Electrical Technician

Company Summary:

Cad Rail Industries Ltd was founded in 1968 headquartered in Montreal. We take pride on being North America’s leader of full-service solutions in the freight, passenger and commuter rail industries in Canada, the United States and offshore. Cad Rail has other facilities in Calgary, Lethbridge (under Caltrax banner) and has recently been selected by the ONxpress Transportation Partners association to provide all legacy fleet maintenance services for the Metrolinx rail fleet of approximately 1000 bi-level coaches and 90 locomotives. Cad rail’s delivery team will operate and maintain Metrolinx’s rail maintenance facilities in Etobicoke and Whitby, as well as in multiple overnight along with mid-day light servicing facilities located across the Metrolinx train service area.

Summary of the role:

The Electrical Technician will be responsible for providing rail equipment maintenance services for the Metrolinx’s Legacy Fleet Maintenance operations.

This individual will collaborate with the management team, customers, suppliers, partners and involved stakeholders.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, will be responsible for performing various maintenance tasks on rail coaches, cab cars, locomotives and DMU’s.

Core Accountabilities:

Confirm that all HSE policies, processes and procedures are being complied
Responsible for troubleshooting, analysis, fault detection and repair of coach and locomotive electrical systems, sub-systems, and components
Perform modifications from drawings, prints or electrical systems on coaches and locomotives as assigned
Test and download event recorder on laptop computer. Megger reading for insulation test
Locomotive, coach, and cab car preventive maintenance
Change out 575-volt receptacles and permanent wiring within the coach or locomotive
Clean traction motors, repair and renew brushes as needed. Wash batteries, check and add electrolyte level, check, and record specific gravity and charge as necessary. Check and clean all relays, magnetic contactors, temperature sensors, resistors, rectifiers, diodes
Inspect and clean AR15 traction alternator and high voltage gear
Perform load test on HEP and main engine when attached to a load box. Check operation of all HEP shut down protective devices. Disconnect and connect HEP Engine cables and traction motor cables
Megger reading for insulation test
Check and repair evaporator and condenser motors
Troubleshoot and repair LVPS system, batteries and charging system
Wayside power application and removal
Comply with the company’s applicable policies and procedures as well as human resources’ guidelines and the Collective Bargaining Agreement

Qualifications:

Ability to build strong rapport with the team and other unionized maintenance personnel
1 – 2 years experience working in a rail maintenance environment or equivalent type industry. Rail locomotive and passenger coach experience and knowledge is an asset
Capable of using computers and computer control systems
Skilled in troubleshooting techniques and a complete understanding of electrical testing principles. Familiarity with AC and DC power and control systems and HVAC systems
Capable of reading and understand drawings, blueprints, manuals, and other specifications. Good communication skills
Experience using power and hand tools
Must possess a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s license
Grade 12 or equivalent or a combination of education and work experience. Electrical diploma from an accredited technical school or equivalent experience
Candidates will be required to show proof of skills. A test of skills will be required

Nice to have:

Experience working in an unionized environment
Familiarity with other industries such as Aerospace
Experience working in the rail industry with a comprehensive knowledge of rail equipment

Cad Rail Industries Ltd. provides an equal opportunity as an employer and we are dedicated to continue to preserve a welcoming, safe and inclusive environment for every individual- no matter of age, race, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion and disability status

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