Reference Number :
LA_VCVR_042024
Status :
Permanent - Full time
Job Category :
Train Operations
City :
VANCOUVER
Province :
British Columbia
Annual Salary / Hourly Rate :
36.27
Number of positions to be filled :
1
Application Deadline: :
2024-03-15
Description :
Do you enjoy working outdoors and operating heavy duty equipment
Do you have a good mechanical aptitude and the capacity to work well under pressure
This opportunity could be suited for you
VIA Rail Canada Inc. Canada's national passenger rail service is currently seeking an adaptable and proactive team-player to fill a position on the team as a Locomotive Attendant working from our esteemed Vancouver Maintenance Centre location.
Day in a life as a Locomotive Attendant at VIA Rail
As a Locomotive Attendant you will be responsible for the safe movement of locomotives and train consists in and around the confines of the Vancouver Maintenance Center. You will also be asked to move equipment use industrial tools perform general cleaning/janitorial and other related duties.
You must be willing and able to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
The position is permanent (40 hours per week guaranteed) and the work schedule may vary (the schedule choice is based on seniority).
Candidates must be available to work any day of the week as the Maintenance Center is open 7 days, 24h a week during peak season..
What is in it for you
Hourly salary $36.27/hour
Full benefits Dental medical (prescription glasses drug prescription) pension plan ride pass
5 personal days + vacations
Requirements :
Requirements:
High School diploma
Ability to lift up to 50lbs and use industrial tools
Valid driver s license (Class 1 or 3 is an asset)
Having a proactive attitude and the ability to work well under pressure
Availability to work outdoors and to work during the evenings and weekends
Assets:
Previous experience working in a railway environment or at a similar role
C.R.O.R. certification
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.
Note that we will only contact those who are selected for an interview.
