Driver Mechanic I

6 days ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Sperry Rail Service Full time
Overview

Sperry Rail Service is a leading global provider of Rail Flaw Detection (RFD) services and technologies for Railway Networks worldwide. Headquartered in the United States, Sperry's reach of services and people stretches across the globe. Being the predominant name in Rail Health solutions for over 95 years, our reputation and success rate are unmatched. We continue to evolve through progressive investments in our people and the cutting-edge technologies that have made Sperry unrivaled in the industry.

Responsibilities

THIS IS A HEAVY TRAVEL POSITION Candidates must be willing and able to travel 3-4 months at a time throughout all of Canada.

1. Operate test vehicle/detector car (either a "rail-bound" vehicle that looks like a railroad passenger car or a box truck modified to ride rails) on and off railroad tracks and in all road conditions.
2. Perform vehicle inspections and equipment set-up.
3. Record and interpret data on computer monitors.
4. Service/maintain/repair the vehicle and detector carriage under the vehicle. This will entail crawling under the vehicle with clearance as little as eighteen inches and bending/kneeling/squatting in awkward postures under the vehicle.
5. Climb steps and/or ladders to enter/exit the vehicle repeatedly; perform a ground examination of rails (bending/kneeling) with hand test units.

Personal protective equipment is required. This includes safety glasses, safety steel-toed boots, hard hats, and safety vests, which are mandatory. Safety goggles and neoprene gloves may be required when working with vehicle fluids (e.g., antifreeze, oil, cleaners).

Required to be trained in Road Worker Safety once a year.

Working Conditions

All work to be completed in the field. Weather conditions may be extreme.

Safety

Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe work environment. Report any safety violations or faulty conditions to the supervisor.

Essential Functions

1. Operate: Drive detector car; ascend and descend car (via ladder or steps) to obtain and assist crew members with measurements and recordings. Place and operate test equipment on the rail line. Operate equipment to fill paint and water tanks on rail car; exit/enter the vehicle via a ladder or steps (a few hundred steps a day).
2. Identify: Perform visual observation of car and track conditions, test data, and equipment function.
3. Communicate: Must be able to communicate verbally, clearly, and concisely to pilot and crew members in order to obtain instructions, and safety rules, determine traffic patterns, and announce obstructions on the rail. Communications may be with an individual in the adjacent seat or located in the rear of the vehicle. It will also require communication via radio and intercom. Hearing various buzzers and alarms used in the vehicle for communications is safety critical.
4. Maintain: Inspect and maintain all components of the vehicle motor, body, carriage, and generator. Perform cleaning including sweeping/mopping inside the vehicle and washing outside. In addition to common vehicle maintenance (oil, antifreeze, air filters), maintenance and repair of the detector carriage is also required. This will entail crawling under the vehicle with clearance as little as eighteen inches and bending/kneeling/squatting in awkward postures under the vehicle.

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

1. Valid CDL Class A or B with air brake endorsement
2. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
3. Be able to perform basic mechanical tasks (change a tire, replace a battery, etc.)
4. Be able to lift and carry up to 85 lbs., occasionally assist in lifting objects over 100 lbs.
5. Be able to squat, kneel, etc., for extended periods of time
6. Be able to crawl under an 18-inch clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. A minimum of 2 years of commercial driving experience
2. HS Diploma or GED

About Us

Why Sperry:

- Competitive salary.
- Generous paid time off.
- Full complement of health and welfare benefits.
- Truly meaningful and engaging work, compelling and intrinsically motivating.
- Immediate contribution to advancing cultural dynamics and infrastructure.
- Collaboration across high-performing teams with interdependent, well-defined achievement goals.
- Opportunity for thought leadership within a highly supportive working environment.

About Sperry:

Sperry Rail is on a mission-critical journey to revolutionize the Rail Flaw Detection industry. Through the continuous development of cutting-edge diagnostic technologies and AI-assisted analysis, we are transforming railway safety worldwide. Our global engineering teams work collaboratively to develop step-change technologies that define Sperry as the unparalleled market leader. For nearly a century, we have repeatedly modernized and improved rail diagnostics through our relentless pursuit of improvement. Determined is an understatement. We are obsessed with advancing science and raising the bar on what's possible with our ever-improving suite of product and service offerings. Emboldened through the shared values of honesty, accountability, passion, integrity, and teamwork, we are driven by the challenge and bridging concepts with fruition. Each technologist entering Sperry imprints themselves into our brand and further galvanizes a culture of innovation and advancement.

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