Diesel Mechanic

Canadian Pacific Railway; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Pension/retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Job summary

Canadian Pacific Railway is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to keep locomotives moving and communities connected. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose engine issues, and repair systems while adhering to safety standards.

The role emphasizes precise workmanship, regulatory compliance, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Pre-employment checks and safety protocols apply, with opportunities for training and advancement within a major North American railroad.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Red Seal or Unifor 101R card or equivalent.
• Able to pass required safety tests and exams.
• English reading/comprehension required.
• Strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect, service, test, and repair locomotive systems with precision and safety.
• Diagnose diesel engine issues and execute compliant repairs.
• Interpret blueprints, diagrams, and service manuals for tasks.
• Evaluate parts for reuse, repair, or replacement to ensure reliability.
• Modify and assemble mechanical structures to meet requirements.
• Perform low-voltage repairs on locomotive electrical systems.
• Service locomotive cabs, keeping them clean, safe and comfortable.
• Operate overhead and mobile cranes, forklifts and hand tools safely to support maintenance.

Skills

Safety standards

Troubleshooting

Team communication

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma

Red Seal or equivalent

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.

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).