Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S. Canada and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
Diesel Service Attendants move, fuel, clean, test and perform basic repairs on the locomotives in a fast paced, safety oriented environment in compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined and enjoys working outdoors.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Fuel, sand locomotives and re-supply cab amenities, as required
Perform inspections and basic repairs on all locomotives, fuel tanks, cab equipment
Evaluate parts for reuse or replacement
Service locomotive cabs which include cleaning cab walls, locomotive toilets, windows and floors
Test all cab electrical devices, set-up cab brakes as per requirements of the train operations, test all safety devices and ensure crew to crew forms are completed
Other duties as required as per collective agreement
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or general equivalency
Valid driver’s license
Minimum 1 year experience working around heavy equipment
Commercial driver’s license preferred
Available to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays in all weather conditions
Ability to pass the required written examinations, read and understand safety instructions, rules, regulations and other written or printed material in English
Proven dedication to safety and ability to complete work within guidelines/rules
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
Flexible and competitive benefits package
Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Annual Fitness Subsidy
Part-time Studies Program
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Medical and Drug Testing
This is a safety sensitive position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.
Background Investigation
Criminal history check
Education verification
Driver’s license verification and driving history
CULTURE OF INCLUSION:
For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provide, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
Req ID: 104914
Department: Mechanical Loco
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Union
Location: Port Coquitlam, British Columbia
Country: Canada
% of Travel: 0-10%
of Positions: 2
Compensation Rate: $34.19/hr
Job Available to: Internal & External
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