Locomotive Attendant- Vancouver Job at Via Rail Canada
Reference Number :
LA_VCVR_012023
Status :
Permanent - Full time
Job Category :
Train Operations
City :
VANCOUVER
Province :
British Columbia
Annual Salary / Hourly Rate :
35.39
Number of positions to be filled :
2
Application Deadline: :
2023-01-13
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 on evenings and weekends and will get two (2) days off a week.
What is in it for you
Hourly salary $35.39/hour
Full benefits Dental medical (prescription glasses drug prescription) pension plan ride pass
5 personal days + vacations
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 on evenings and weekends and will get two (2) days off a week.
What is in it for you
Hourly salary $35.39/hour
Full benefits Dental medical (prescription glasses drug prescription) pension plan ride pass
5 personal days + vacations
Requirements :
Requirements:
Assets:
Condition of Employment:
- 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
Condition of Employment:
- VIA Rail is committed to protecting the health and providing a safe environment for its employees and customers. VIA Rail has currently suspended its vaccination policy which requires that all members of its staff be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof as a condition of employment. Please note that if the policy is reinstated in the future, employees will be required to comply.
VIA Rail thanks all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. VIA Rail is an employment-equity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. VIA Rail Canada is proud to be a military friendly employer.
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