Job Description

Who is JER?

At Janssen Equipment Repair (JER), we are celebrating over 25 years of operations, and we are still growing strong! We are in need of a junior technician to support our railway team.

During COVID-19, we were fortunate to continue our livelihood and maintain our operations, in fact, our work loads increased. The demand for JER's services is the highest it's ever been. We had zero layoffs during the pandemic. Our employees are our lifeline.

We are flexible on hiring salary rates, these are based on the experience of the applicant. Schedule and wage will be negotiated during the interviewing process.

JER covers the cost of training to be rail compliant. Safety is our number one priority, and we promise to follow all necessary steps to ensure our team is able to perform their responsibilities safely, efficiently and respectfully.

JER is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the principles of equity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

What JER Has to Offer:

Training at JER's expense (during company hours) PPE at JER's expense Company iPads during working hours Tools and company trucks to be used during working hours Strategic career mapping for growth Flexible shifts Over-time Two weeks vacation Extensive Benefits Package

Junior Technician Position

As a

Junior Technician

you will work out of our shop, and on-site at various customer locations throughout Winnipeg. You'll be responsible for the duties outlined below and you will be supporting in accelerating and growing our JER team and working towards a senior level technician position.

Responsibilities

Accurate recording of temperatures and fuel levels of all reefer and heater units at customer sites Securing and Routing of power cables on rail equipment Mounting/Dismounting of clip-on generators on containers using a forklift Electrical and engine repairs on diesel reefers Cable repair and maintenance, electrical troubleshooting (3 phase) on electric reefers Inspection, diagnosis, and repair of marine electric reefer units Inspection, diagnosis, and repair of diesel reefer units Inspection, diagnosis, and repair of diesel heater containers Inspection, diagnosis, and repair of diesel generators Inspection of reefer power cables prior to use Photo / Video recording of unit temperatures and cabling Refueling of intermodal equipment Topping up fluids on generators and other intermodal equipment. Communication with customers and coworkers via phone, Internal chat, and two-way radio. Other tasks as required

Requirements

Must have a safety-oriented work ethic Must be punctual and reliable Must pay excellent attention to detail Must have a valid Class 5 drivers' license Must be able to pass a criminal record check Must be 18 or older. (Unable to obtain Erailsafe if under 18) Must be willing to work outside in all weather conditions. This is an outdoor working position (rain, direct sunlight, snow etc.) Must have basic computer skills You share similar values to JER's Core Values (Customer Focus, Communication, Respect, Continuous Improvement, Empowerment & Investment, Honesty & Integrity)

Qualifications and Skills

Additional skills and qualifications we are seeking include, but are not limited to:

Mechanical ability and experience Troubleshooting skills paired with critical thinking and time management Self-motivated, and ability to work unsupervised Placed in the on-call or weekend rotation, if JER needs support

Medical Requirements

Operating safely is JER's core foundation. We are also committed to a healthy workplace which is supported by our Alcohol and Drug Policy and Procedures.

Background Investigation

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:

Criminal history check Reference check Education verification Driver's license verification
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Winnipeg, MB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person