Mechanic

The Mechanic will work independently and/or in a small team environment repairing and servicing various types of construction and railway equipment. If you enjoy working as part of a team, problem solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this opportunity is for you!

Cando provides specialized rail operating services. We provide a wide range of rail services including short line operations, industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, and more. With over 50 operations, we are the 3^rd largest locomotive fleet in Canada and growing!

Cando Advantages

• Work Life Balance with Fixed Schedules


• Cando’s Technical and Leadership Training Programs


• Award Winning Safety Culture


• Employee Ownership Program


• Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances


• Flexible Health & Dental Benefits


• Canada’s Best Managed Company for 9 years!

The Mechanic will work independently and/or in a small team environment repairing and servicing various types of construction and railway equipment. The work will be in a shop environment only.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Inspect rail, truck and trailer, diagnose issues, make recommendations as to course of action and repair/recondition as needed


• Maintain, repair, and overhaul truck and trailer and specialized railway equipment


• Test, diagnose, and repair hydraulic systems, electrical systems, magnets, etc.


• Keep accurate records of work performed


• Troubleshoot and maintain electrical system and magnet


• Maintain and care for all work areas, vehicles, and tools used to perform the equipment servicing


• Provide quality customer service and interface with the operations teams when on site


• Promote and guide others to understand the daily requirements to effectively service and maintain equipment, complete Manitoba safety and repair equipment as needed.

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

• Ability to organize and prioritize workload


• Understand and have the ability to diagnose and repair all aftertreatment systems on all trucks


• Understanding of hydraulic valve operation and ability to diagnose issues; ability to read hydraulic schematics


• Ability to lift/push/pull a minimum of fifty (50) pounds, work in confined spaces and manoeuvre in/through/around equipment easily and safely


• Working knowledge of Cummins, Cat, Deere, and all Detroit engines


• Ability meet Workplace Safety & Health standards


• General computer skills with ability to learn new processes


• Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license, Forklift license, Manitoba Safety Inspection certificate, and the safety and rail certifications required to access various sites


• Ability to work indoors/outdoors in all weather conditions with tolerance to fumes and odours; ability to work in small spaces


• Willingness to do some evening and weekend work and be able to work away from home for periods of time


• Ability to take direction and work with moderate supervision


• Incumbents must provide and maintain their own hand tools

Education & Experience

• Heavy Duty Mechanic training and/or Journeyman certification preferred; consideration will be given to individuals in level 2 or


• Experience working with heavy industrial/construction equipment


• Class 1 driver license with air and forklift license an asset


• MB Safety Inspection certification is an asset

Note: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand of the level of expertise required in this position.