Reference Number :

RCT_VCVR_012023

Status :

Permanent - Full time

Job Category :

Skilled Trades

City :

VANCOUVER

Province :

British Columbia

Annual Salary / Hourly Rate :

37.06

Number of positions to be filled :

5

Application Deadline: :

2023-03-31

Description :

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 3 Railway Car Technicians to work at it's Vancouver Maintenance Center (Pacific Central Station). Occasional work in out 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 during peak season.
• Shifts may start as early as 6:00 am and end as late as midnight.

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU ?
Hourly salary: 34.36$ - 41.45 $/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.




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.

Requirements :

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

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.