Diesel Mechanic

Canadian Pacific Railway; Port Coquitlam; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Pension plan

Employee share purchase plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Job summary

Canadian Pacific Railway is seeking a Diesel Mechanic in Port Coquitlam, BC. You will maintain and repair locomotives to ensure safety and reliability, tackle complex challenges, and contribute to an essential transportation network across Canada.

This safety-first role requires strong communication, the ability to read schematics, and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays. A Red Seal or equivalent credential is preferred, with a signing bonus of $10,000 for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Possess Red Seal in Heavy-Duty Mechanics or Automotive/Truck/Industrial mechanic or Unifor Local 101R card.
• Able to work nights, weekends and holidays in all weather conditions.
• Must read/understand safety instructions in English.
• Demonstrated dedication to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect, service, test, and repair locomotive systems with precision.
• Diagnose diesel engine issues and perform repairs per standards.
• Interpret blueprints and manuals to complete tasks.
• Evaluate parts for reuse, repair, or replacement.
• Modify/assemble mechanical structures to meet needs.
• Conduct low-voltage repairs on locomotive electrical systems.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Red Seal or Unifor Local 101R or equivalent

Tools

Unifor Local 101R card

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 $10,000 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:

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.

• 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).

• Department: Mechanical Loco
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Union
• Location: Port Coquitlam, British Columbia