Heavy Equipment Technician/Mechanic

Canadian Pacific Railway; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Canadian Pacific Railway as a valued member of the Work Equipment team, where your expertise in mechanical maintenance ensures operational efficiency. This full-time position offers a chance to work outdoors, tackle various machinery challenges, and be part of a culture that values diversity and safety. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma, have experience in heavy-duty equipment repairs, and enjoy a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Annual Fitness Subsidy

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in Heavy Duty equipment repairs.
• Registered apprentices in the Heavy Equipment Technician program may also apply.
• Experience with hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical repair and maintenance of roadway equipment.
• Inspect, repair, and test machinery used for changing ties and rails.
• Maintain accurate equipment maintenance records.

Skills

Mechanical inclination

Basic Welding Skills

Proficiency in use of computers

Education

High school diploma or general equivalency

Formal Technical Education for Heavy Equipment

Tools

Manual, electric, and hydraulic tools

Job description

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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 valued member of CPKC's Work Equipment team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of company systems by performing preventative maintenance, diagnosing and correcting issues, and conducting repairs on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic machinery and equipment. Your expertise will contribute directly to the smooth operation of our equipment and the success of our operations. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, enjoys working outdoors and occasional travel.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Conduct safe and efficient mechanical repair and maintenance of roadway equipment
• Inspect, repair, and test a wide range of machinery, involved in changing ties and rails including machines, ballast regulators, loaders, skid steers, backhoes, tie cranes, tie inserters, etc.
• Utilize manual, electric, and hydraulic tools, alongside welders and cutting torches, to perform and verify maintenance tasks and repairs
• Investigate and diagnose equipment issues, taking swift corrective action to minimize downtime and production disruptions
• Plan, organize, and coordinate work within a collaborative team setting
• Maintain and submit accurate equipment maintenance records, timesheets, and documentation

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license
• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Formal Technical Education for Heavy Equipment, Commercial Transport and/or at least 3 years' experience in Heavy Duty equipment repairs
• Registered apprentices in the Heavy Equipment Technician program, may also apply
• Experience with reading schematics, troubleshooting and repair of hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic systems
• Proficiency in use of computers, data upkeeping regarding repair workorders and other computer applications
• Basic Welding Skills

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).

• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Union
• Location: BC wide, British Columbia
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 80-90%
• # of Positions: 1
• Compensation Rate: $36.63 - $43.99 per hour