Qualified Diesel Mechanic

Canadian Pacific Railway; Golden; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transnational railroad company in Canada is seeking experienced Diesel Mechanics to perform maintenance on locomotives. The role requires a high school diploma and a Red Seal in Heavy-Duty Mechanics or equivalent. Successful candidates will excel in troubleshooting and comply with safety regulations. This position offers competitive benefits, a signing bonus, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Flexible benefits package

Competitive pension plans

Employee share purchase plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Able to work all shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Proven dedication to safety and ability to follow guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect, service, test, and repair locomotives.
• Diagnose and repair diesel engine malfunctions.
• Perform mechanical adjustments and calibrations.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Non-structural welding

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or general equivalency

Red Seal in Heavy-Duty Mechanics or equivalent

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Hand 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:

Diesel Mechanics complete preventative and scheduled maintenance on locomotives in a fast paced, safety oriented environment in compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined and excels at complex troubleshooting. Qualified Red Seal Mechanics will be entitled to a $10,000 signing bonus.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Maintain, inspect, service, test and repair all systems on locomotives
• Diagnose diesel engine malfunctions and make repairs within regulatory and company guidelines
• Complete work in accordance with blueprints, schematic drawings and service manuals
• Evaluate parts for reuse, repair or replacement
• Perform non-structural welding, adjustment and calibration to mechanical components
• Modify and construct mechanical assemblies
• Maintain low voltage repairs on locomotive electrical systems
• Service locomotive cabs which include cleaning cab walls, locomotive toilets, windows and floors
• Operate equipment such as overhead or mobile cranes, forklifts and hand tools

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 and ability to complete work within guidelines/rules
• Strong communication skills (provide clear and concise instructions/directions)

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).