Diesel Mechanic - 310T or 421A Apprenticeship

Ontario Northland; Englehart; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Northland in Englehart seeks a Diesel Mechanic – 310T or 421A apprenticeship. You report to the Supervisor, Equipment Maintenance and maintain motive power and railway equipment.

Responsibilities include repairing locomotives, testing systems, using precision tools and following blueprints while upholding safety standards. Applicants must pass multiple tests and have a GED or high school diploma and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills (oral & written).
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Repairs, dismantles, rebuilds, maintains, installs, adjusts, diagnose and tests locomotives and diesel engines and related equipment.
• Uses precision measuring instruments and testing equipment.
• Sets up and operates machine shop equipment including CNC machinery.
• Operates overhead crane, forklift and elevated work platforms.
• Handles hand and power tools and welding equipment.
• Follows blueprints and specifications and adapts to new methods and materials.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Team player

Communication skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Secondary School Diploma or GED

Job description

POSITION: Diesel Mechanic – 310T or 421AApprenticeship

REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Equipment Maintenance

DEPARTMENT: Rail Mechanical

LOCATION: Englehart

REFERENCE: 300-157-27

RATE OF PAY: Starting at $28.39/hour

WHO WE ARE: Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a modern, forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve. With over 1200 skilled professionals, we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations. We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along with a competitive salary, excellent benefit package, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.

ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT: Diesel Mechanics repair, troubleshoot, adjust, overhaul and maintain Motive Power and other Railway equipment.

MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repairs, dismantles, rebuilds, maintains, installs, adjusts, diagnose and tests locomotives and shop machinery as well as all diesel or gas powered engines including internal oil pumps, transmission systems, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment including braking systems, air compressors, auxiliary power units, rail or rubber tired vehicles including buses, bulldozers, cranes, pay loaders, motor cars, motor coaches, locomotives and track equipment.
• Utilizes precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, scales, gauges, verniers, squares and indicators and all types of testing equipment such as dynamometer, fuel injection, fluid power equipment, etc.
• Set up and operate different types of machine shop equipment including CNC equipment used in drilling, milling, turning, and boring.
• Operate equipment such as overhead crane, forklift, elevated work platforms.
• Handle all hand and power tools commonly used in the trade as well as electric and gas welding equipment.
• Follow blueprints, sketches, manufacturer’s patterns, and construction specifications and can adapt to new methods, processes, materials and equipment and all other work generally recognized as diesel mechanic’s work.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Secondary School Diploma or General Educational Diploma (GED)
• Applicants will undergo the following evaluation tests which will be marked separately. The overall average of the marks must exceed 65% based on the following weighted criteria: 20% Education and Experience; 30% G3 TOWES; 30% Hands on Apparatus test; 20% Interview by Joint Apprenticeship Committee (JAC)
• Must be mechanically inclined
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Has knowledge of safety codes and has demonstrated ability to work in a safety conscious manner
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions and walk on rough terrain
• Good interpersonal and communication skills (oral & written)
• Must be committed to Company Safety and Health
• Must have a valid driver’s license

CLOSING DATE: November 9, 2026, no later than 11:59 p.m.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: The successful candidate will be required to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references, and education verification.

At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity. We value the unique skills and experience each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.

Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources.