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Looking for a mechanic helper to work on locomotives.
Must be willing to travel
Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Must own your own PPE
Have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Vehicle supplied by employer
- Willing to travel
- Willing to travel regularly
- Willing to travel for extended periods
- Valid driver's licence
- Travel expenses paid by employer
Additional Skills
- Keep maintenance reports and documentation
Specific Skills
- Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
- Test repaired equipment for proper performance
- Determine extent of repair required
- Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
- Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
Type of Equipment Repair
- Railway locomotives
Work Location Information
- In shop
- Various locations
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Physically demanding
- Attention to detail
Security and Safety
- Driving record check (abstract)
Own Tools/Equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
Major Work Area
- Service
- Repair
- Overhaul
- Maintenance
Weight Handling
- Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
Work Site Environment
- Outdoors
- Non-smoking