Diesel Mechanic

Canadian Pacific Railway; Calgary; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Pension/retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Job summary

CPKC is seeking a Diesel Mechanic in Calgary to keep locomotives moving and communities connected. You will perform preventative and scheduled maintenance, diagnose engine issues, and apply mechanical skills to solve problems across the country. A $15,000 signing bonus is offered for qualified candidates.

This safety-first role requires strong technical skills, precise workmanship, and the ability to work various shifts in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong safety mindset and ability to follow regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect, service, test, and repair locomotive systems.
• Diagnose diesel engine issues and perform repairs per standards.
• Interpret blueprints and manuals to complete tasks.
• Evaluate parts for reuse, repair, or replacement.
• Modify and assemble mechanical structures as needed.
• Perform low-voltage repairs on locomotive electrical systems.
• Service locomotive cabs and maintain a safe working area.
• Operate cranes, forklifts, and hand tools safely.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team communication

Diesel mechanics knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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

As a Diesel Mechanic, you play a vital role in keeping our locomotives moving and our communities connected. Your expertise ensures the reliability and safety of an essential transportation network. In this fast‑paced, safety‑first environment, you’ll tackle complex challenges, perform preventative and scheduled maintenance, and apply your mechanical skills to solve problems that keep freight flowing across the country. If you thrive on precision, and making a real impact, this is your opportunity to progress. This position offers a $15,000 signing bonus for qualified candidates.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Maintain, inspect, service, test, and repair all locomotive systems with precision to ensure peak performance and uncompromising safety
• Diagnose diesel engine issues accurately and execute repairs in full compliance with regulatory standards and company guidelines
• Interpret and apply blueprints, schematic diagrams, and detailed service manuals to complete tasks efficiently and effectively
• Evaluate parts thoroughly to determine whether they should be reused, repaired, or replaced, ensuring optimal reliability
• Skillfully modify and assemble mechanical structures to meet operational requirements and enhance performance
• Conduct meticulous low‑voltage repairs on locomotive electrical systems to guarantee dependable operation
• Service locomotive cabs comprehensively, maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for operators
• Operate overhead cranes, mobile cranes, forklifts, and hand tools safely and effectively to support maintenance activities

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Valid driver’s license
• Possess one of the following: Red Seal in Heavy‑Duty Mechanics, Automotive Technician, Agriculture Equipment Technician, Truck and Transport Technician, Recreation Vehicle Service Technician or Industrial Mechanic (Millwright), or possess a Unifor Local 101R card
• 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, consistently adhering to all guidelines, rules, and regulatory standards
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, concise instructions and collaborate effectively in a team environment

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Annual fitness subsidy

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

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.

Medical and Drug Testing

• 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 provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).