Railcar Repairer

6 months ago

Red Deer, Canada GATX Full time

**OUR COMPANY**:
Established on 1898, GATX is the leading global provider of railcar leasing and service to customers throughout North America, Europe, and India. Through Trifleet, we own, lease, and manage a global fleet of tank containers. Jointly with Rolls-Royce plc, we also own one of the largest aircraft spare engine leasing portfolios in the world. Across all our businesses, we provide innovative, unparalleled service that enables our customers to transport what matters safely and sustainably, while championing the well-being of our employees and communities.

**OPEN POSITIONS: RAILCAR REPAIRER / MECHANIC**

GATX Rail Canada is looking for individuals to fill several full-time positions as
**RAILCAR REPAIRER/ MECHANIC** for its railcars maintenance facility located at 4310 77 Street, Red Deer, AB T4P 3P7. The individuals in these roles perform different repairs on railcars including the inspection, welding, assembling of parts, improvement, and replacement of defectuous railcars components.

As a RAILCAR REPAIRER/ MECHANIC at GATX, you will be part of a diverse and inclusive team that strives to provide quality railcar maintenance to its customers while maintaining the highest standards in workplace health and Safety. As part of the Red Deer team, you will be provided with multiple opportunities to advance your career and make valuable contributions to our organization.

**AT GATX WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE**:

- Competitive salaries and growth opportunities.
- Good working environment, stability, and a good work/life balance.
- Fringe Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance) at zero cost to the employee and their eligible dependents.
- Retirement Saving (RRSP).
- Paid Sick leave and paid vacation.
- Continuous training and development.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to the following**:

- Uses current GATX repair procedures to dismantle, repair, install, and/or renew coil, valves, and miscellaneous tank car fittings.
- Prepares equipment and surfaces to be welded: welds, burns, fits, and tacks as necessary to complete repairs. (Example: splices, patches, shims cracks, etc.)
- Locates and tests areas to be welded for leaks by using soap suds and air, etc.
- Uses equipment such as chains, slings, hoists, and forklifts to perform assigned tasks.
- Keeps work area clean and orderly manner.
- Able to work in confined spaces and in heights.

**EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED (including certifications)**:

- At least a High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as repair manuals, instructions, work orders, etc.
- Ability to work effectively individually and/or in groups.
- Initiative: Have personal motivation and autonomy to determine and carry out important tasks.
- Diligence and reliability at work: be able to complete all hours of work, be rarely absent, and be able to complete all assigned tasks at a reasonable period of time.

**OTHER THINGS TO NOTE**:

- Must be able to stoop for extended periods and routinely move from kneeling to standing positions.
- Must be able to perform overhead work for extended periods.
- Must be able to lift (vertically) up to 85 pounds from the ground surface.
- Must be able to push/pull (horizontally) up to 140 pounds.
- Must be able to climb ladders and perform work at elevated heights.
- Must be able to work in extreme temperature environments.
- Must be able to physically enter confined spaces (rail car manways as small as 18” in diameter) and work in enclosed environments.

**WORK LOCATION**:
4310 77 St

Red Deer, AB T4P 3P7

GATX embraces diversity, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

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