Engine Machinist

Who We Are

Since 1969, TRAC Engine Services Ltd has been a proud provider of heavy-duty engine machining services in Edmonton. We service both diesel and natural gas engines to support the mining, oilfield, construction, and agricultural sectors of Western Canada. TRAC is a full-service engine machine shop, specializing in repairing and machining engine blocks, crankshafts, cylinder heads, and connecting rods on all varying makes and models - such as Caterpillar, Cummins, John Deere, Waukesha, Arrow, Komatsu, and many others.

At TRAC, we pride ourselves on being a true "one-stop" machine shop for our customers. With hundreds of years of combined experience across our senior and junior technicians, there is rarely a repair we can't offer in house. From manual milling and grinding, to automated CNC machining and robotic spray welding - we do it all.

TRAC is growing quicker than ever, and to support the charge forward we are building a team of tinkerers, self-starters, and people who aren't afraid to get their hands dirty. Please browse all our listings and apply to the job most suitable to you

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The Job

This role will work in our cylinder head remanufacturing department, where we dismantle, machine, and re-assemble cylinder heads. Our cylinder head department is home to a number of CNC and manual machines for cutting valve seats, grinding valves, and resurfacing cylinder heads among other things. This role will be responsible for the inspection of cylinder heads, quoting of repairs, and completion of rebuilds. They will use Magnaflux crack detection tools to verify the integrity of the head, and other precision instruments to measure specifications like deck height and valve protrusion. The ideal candidate will have direct experience rebuilding engine cylinder heads (automotive or industrial), but it will be considered a strong asset if the candidate has experience servicing inline-six diesel engines such as Cummins ISX, Caterpillar C15, or International 466 motors.

Job requirements:

• Must have a clear understanding of how natural gas and diesel engines operate, and the function and importance of each component in the engine
• 2+ years servicing either automotive or industrial engines
• 5+ years of experience working in a machine shop or similar environment
• Able to operate, and maintain a variety of machining tools including manual lathe, mill, drills, saws, and boring mills in a safe manner
• Able to safely operate overhead crane and rigging/hoisting devices
• Must be able to work within close tolerances
• Able to measure and inspect parts to shop standards
• Experience with precision measurement tools such as micrometers, dial gauges, calipers, etc.
• Able to perform machine maintenance
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Read and interpret drawings, charts, and tables
• Self-motivated while working in a team environment
• Excellent time management skills
• Must be able to maintain a clean working environment

Additional Assets

• Working knowledge and experience with different cutter types and metals
• Welding tickets and experience welding
• First aid training

The Ideal Candidate

• Has a passion for rebuilding motors, and an interest in how they work and get rebuilt
• Takes responsibility for their work and sees their work through to completion
• Friendly, cooperative, and always willing to learn

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Full Time - Monday to Friday
• Day shift
• 8am – 4:30pm

Work Location:

St NW Edmonton

Pay:

• $21.00-$38.00 per hour
• Opportunity for overtime pay

License/Certifications:

• Class 5 Drivers License (required)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00-$38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Experience:

• Mechanical: 2 years (required)
• Motor Rebuilding: 2 years (preferred)
• Machining: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 Drivers License (required)

Work Location: In person