Vehicle Technician / Train Technician for Trillium Line (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Mechanic)

AtkinsRealis USA Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working culture

Generous time-off policies

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Canada is seeking a Vehicle Technician to support the safe, reliable operation of Trillium Line trains. You will perform maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and recovery activities in a 24/7 transit environment.

The role requires strong diagnostic abilities for mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults, documentation, and teamwork, with shift work including nights, weekends and holidays. You will contribute to continuous improvement and fleet availability while following

Qualifications

• High school graduation (grade 12) and graduation from a recognized trades or technology school relevant to Trillium Line Vehicle Technician.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a maintenance/workshop environment, experience with DMU vehicles or heavy industry.
• Aptitude for diagnosing equipment failures and implementing effective corrective actions in a maintenance/workshop environment.
• Proficiency in preparing clear written and verbal reports and maintaining documentation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team while showing initiative and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, modifications, overhauls, and corrective maintenance on trains and equipment per procedures and specs.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults and restore vehicles to service safely.
• Assist with commissioning of new and existing trains, systems, and equipment.
• Complete maintenance records, inspection sheets, and certification docs for vehicle serviceability.
• Operate trains and perform movements to facilitate maintenance and fault-finding.

Skills

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

Trades or Technology School

High School Diploma

Tools

DMU vehicles

Safety regulations

Job description

Job Description

Overview

Join AtkinsRéalis as a Vehicle Technician and play a key role in supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of Trillium Line trains. Working within the vehicle maintenance team, you will perform maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and recovery activities on trains and related support equipment in a dynamic 24/7 transit environment.

This is a safety-critical position where your technical expertise will directly contribute to delivering dependable rail transportation services while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Your Role

• Perform maintenance, modifications, overhauls, and corrective maintenance activities on trains and related support equipment in accordance with procedures, engineering drawings, and specifications.

• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults and restore vehicles to service efficiently and safely.

• Assist with the commissioning of new and existing trains, systems, and support equipment.

• Complete maintenance records, inspection check sheets, and certification documentation for vehicle serviceability.

• Operate trains and perform train movements to facilitate maintenance and fault-finding activities.

• Carry out train rescue and recovery activities as required.

• Participate in Total Productive Maintenance initiatives and continuous improvement programs.

• Contribute to maintaining safe and reliable fleet availability through effective troubleshooting and maintenance practices.

• Support contractor activities and ensure a clean, healthy, and safe depot environment.

• Adhere to all applicable safety regulations, maintenance procedures, departmental instructions, and environmental requirements.

About You

• High School Graduation (grade 12) and graduation from a recognized Trades or Technology School relevant to qualifying as a Trillium Line Vehicle Technician.

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience within a maintenance / workshop environment, experience with DMU vehicles or in a heavy industrial environment.

• Heavy Duty, Automotive Mechanic, Industrial Electrician, or Avionics Technician, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Electrical, Mechanical or Electronics Technologist or recognized equivalent.

• Aptitude for diagnosing equipment failures and implementing effective corrective actions in a maintenance or workshop environment.

• Proficiency in preparing clear and concise written and verbal reports and maintaining accurate documentation.

• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment while demonstrating initiative and accountability for personal development.

• Valid Ontario Class G driver’s license.

Note: This position requires shift work (nights, weekends and holidays) for continuous operation based on a 24/7 environment. Shifts will be awarded in accordance to date of hire.

Flexibility will be required to meet operational and other needs, and may require working shifts other than normally assigned.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Expected compensation for this role is up to $40.84 per hour. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.

Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis’ accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.

Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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