Railway car technician

Status : Permanent - Full-time  

Annual Salary / Hourly Rate : $35.22 - $42.49

Number of positions to be filled : 1 

Application Deadline : 11/29/2024

Did you know that VIA Rail is carrying out ambitious projects to modernize its services and infrastructure? From our new ultramodern train fleet to ongoing improvement of our infrastructure, we’re building the future of transportation in Canada. Working for VIA Rail is being a part of a collective effort in sustainable mobility. 

Do you have experience in one or more skilled trades, with a desire to develop more diverse skills? Have you been looking for a stable environment to build a worthwhile career, rather than just a “job”, or “project”? Can you imagine a place where the employee comes first, where safety and respect is truly valued? Apply now! 

VIA Rail Canada Inc., Canada's national passenger rail service is currently seeking 2 Railway Car Technicians to work at it's Vancouver Maintenance Center (with the possibility to work in our maintenance center in Mission). 

DAY IN A LIFE AS A RAILWAY CAR TECHNICIAN  

You will ensure our passenger cars operate at peak capacity year-round, by servicing our national fleet in terms of regular maintenance and heavy repairs. 

The interior and exterior of our train cars need lots of love, including maintenance on: Seats, Toilets, Tables, Sinks, Blinds, Panels, Piping (Air & Water), Windows, Brake rigging, etc. 

We even train our specialized technicians to tackle the major components such as: Wheelsets, Couplers, Springs, etc. 

SCHEDULE 

- The position is permanent (40 hours per week guaranteed) and the work schedule may vary (day, evening, night, week-end and holidays). 

- Never on-call, your shifts are always set so you can make the most of your time off!  

- Over-time is available  

- Candidates must be available to work any day of the week as the Maintenance Center is open 7 days a week, 24 hours, during peak season. 

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU ?  

Hourly salary: $35.22 - $42.49/H - Based on experience 

Evening shift differential: $1.50/H 

Night shift differential : $2.00/H 

Red Seal differential: $1.00/H 

Full benefits : Dental, medical (prescription glasses , drug prescription) , pension plan, ride pass,  

5 personal days  + vacations  

Uniforms, all tools, PPE provided (boots, glasses, helmet, vest, gloves) , free parking, shower\personal change room provided, indoor lunch room. 

LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCE AS: 

• Millwright 

• Carpenter 

• Plumber 

• Welder 

• Fabricator 

• Automotive Technician 

Red seal certified tradespersons are ideal, however we welcome apprentices to apply! 

NICE-TO-HAVE: 

- Journeyman status 

- Red seal 

- Experience in machinery maintenance 

- Experience assembling, mounting, or finishing transportation equipment 

At VIA Rail, we are proud to be an employment-equity employer and we strive to form teams that reflect the diversity of Canadian society. We aim to remove barriers to employment accessibility and aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone is valued, regardless of their identity or differences, to enable them to reach their full potential.

If you need assistance in making the recruitment process or the position you are applying for more accessible, please let us know. Alternate arrangements may be offered to individuals who request them at any stage of the recruitment process. All information received in relation to arrangements will be kept confidential.