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Procor Limited manages Canada’s largest private tank car lease fleet and operates an extensive repair network across the country. The fleet has grown to include more than 30,500 special purpose tank and freight cars. Procor also operates 27 repair locations servicing the petroleum, petrochemicals, plastics, chemicals, fertilizers and food markets.With a vision to be the North American leader in delivering value creating railcar repair solutions, it is our team of innovative and talented employees that drives our success. In pursuit of this journey, Procor is currently seeking a Blaster to join our Regina, Saskatchewan location.
The normal hours of work will be Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Please be advised that schedules may change as business requirements dictate.
The starting hourly rate for this role is $ 35.06.
Blast a variety of railcar types using a blast hose.
Responsible for set-up and Blast Room prep including straightening out blast lines and airlines for blast hoods, closing all doors manually (overhead doors on chains) and setting up scaffolding.
Appropriately wear and utilize all the of the following types of safety equipment in accordance with EHS instruction and requirements: Blasting hoods, Hearing Protection, Eye Protection, Steel Toed Boots.
In course of blasting, manually open and close all gates and hatch covers (lids) to ensure they are working. Apply rubber tarps to rail equipment to prevent damage to critical pieces.
Responsible for clean-up and organization of work areas to enable smooth transition to next paint job.
Actively participate in team meetings, training and activities to help maintain a safe & productive work environment and ensure high quality/compliant & efficient work completion.
Work closely with other teams, office staff and management to coordinate work tasks, define & drive toward team and facility goals, help make workplace & process improvements and recognize the contributions of others.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Requirements:
Requires working inside, outside, on top of and underneath all types of railcars.
Possess excellent problem solving and root-cause analysis skills.
Must have physical strength, hand-eye coordination and endurance. Must also be able to concentrate on their tasks.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and show initiative.
Demonstrate thoroughness and attention to detail with a strong sense of urgency.
Team player and highly self-motivated individual.
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, bend repeatedly, work in confined spaces, carry hand power tools, and pass company physical including pulmonary function test and drug screen.
Preferred:
1+ years’ experience as an Industrial blaster.
1 + years’ experience with blasting equipment and blast media.
High School diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of Railcar anatomy.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
Good interpersonal and communication skills; able to effectively give and take feedback; works well in a team environment.
Ability to maintain focus and productively organize work tasks.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, stoop and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
General office environment Division and Branch locations
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near a shop or yard where moving mechanical parts are present. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Welding skills and WHMIS training would be an asset. Effective communication and organizational skills, strong initiative and ability to work well under pressure are also desirable.
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
Retirement savings plan
Personal and family rebates for fitness, computers and education
We thank all applicants for their interest in Procor Limited, however only successful candidates will be contacted.
Pay Range:
35.06We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
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