Railway Car Technician
Railway car technicians inspect, repair, replace and recondition mechanical or structural components and systems of freight cars and passenger coaches.
These individuals work for railway companies, public transportation companies or rail car repair facilities.
Apprenticeship Overview
Annual Requirements
Technical training delivered by:
- Red River College Polytechnic (All Levels)
1
Level
Level
1,800
Total Hours/Year
(On-The-Job & Technical Training)
Total Hours/Year
(On-The-Job & Technical Training)
9
Total Weeks/Year
(Technical Training)
Total Weeks/Year
(Technical Training)
2
Level
Level
1,800
Total Hours/Year
(On-The-Job & Technical Training)
Total Hours/Year
(On-The-Job & Technical Training)
9
Total Weeks/Year
(Technical Training)
Total Weeks/Year
(Technical Training)
3
Level
Level
1,800
Total Hours/Year
(On-The-Job & Technical Training)
Total Hours/Year
(On-The-Job & Technical Training)
9
Total Weeks/Year
(Technical Training)
Total Weeks/Year
(Technical Training)
Training Standards
You must be a Manitoba resident to apply as a trade qualifier.
Challenging the Exam - Trades Qualification:
4.5
Years of Experience
Years of Experience
8,100
Hours Required
Hours Required
No
Additional Practical Exam Required
Additional Practical Exam Required
Questions regarding eligibility to challenge this trade should be directed to tradesQ@gov.mb.ca.
