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Locomotive Attendant
Via Rail Canada
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3.6
Vancouver, BC V6A 4C7
$38.23 an hour
Permanent, Full-time
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$38.23 an hour
Dental care
Permanent, Full-time
Overtime, Weekends as needed, Night shift, Holidays
Vancouver, BC V6A 4C7

Full job description

Location: VANCOUVER, British Columbia, CA, V6A 4C7

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 enjoy working outdoors, operating heavy machinery, and are you committed to workplace safety?

Join VIA Rail and help ensure the reliability and safety of our national passenger rail fleet.


What we offer
  • Hourly wage: $38.23/h
  • Shift premiums: evening ($1.50/hour), night ($2.00/hour)
  • Comprehensive benefits (medical and dental) and pension plan
  • Travel pass after one year of service
  • Uniforms and equipment provided (boots, safety glasses, helmet, gloves)
  • Free parking, locker rooms, showers, and cafeteria
  • 5 personal days and up to 10 sick days

Your responsibilities
  • Ensure the safe movement of locomotives and train consists within and around the Maintenance Centre
  • Operate and position locomotives in accordance with safety rules and procedures
  • Perform general cleaning of locomotives and work areas as required
  • Carry out other related duties to support maintenance operations

What we’re looking for
  • High school diploma required
  • Valid driver’s licence (Class 3 is an asset)
  • Willingness and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Ability to perform physically demanding tasks
  • Knowledge of CROR (Canadian Railway Operating Rules) and experience in transportation, mechanical work, or the railway industry (asset)

Schedule
  • Permanent position (40 hours per week)
  • Variable schedule (days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays)
  • Overtime available

Work location
  • Vancouver Maintenance Centre

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.

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