Railcar Repair Technician

Procor

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

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 30,5000 special purpose tank and freight cars. Procor also operates 28 repair locations servicing the petroleum, petrochemicals, plastics, chemicals, fertilizers and food markets.

We have exciting opportunities for reliable Rail Car Mechanical Repair / Welders at our Lethbridge, Alberta location. 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
- Primarily working outdoors
- Other related duties as assigned

**Requirements**:

- Previous railcar repair experience and knowledge of AAR standards an asset
- Able to perform all necessary repairs of railcars and their components
- ** Depending on site**: Experience Torch Cutting and Stick Welding (SMAW) including the comprehension of welding and cutting equipment and to inspect for safe operation
- ** Depending on site**: Must be able to pass an in-house weld test eg: 7018 2G, 3G, 4G & 5G and other weld as necessary
- 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
- Ability to work outdoors primarily year round
- 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 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
- Generous pension and retirement savings plans
- Personal rebates for fitness, computers and education