Diesel Service Attendant

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CPKC is hiring two Diesel Service Attendants in Thunder Bay, Ontario. This full time onsite union role pays $35.16 per hour and covers fueling, inspecting, servicing and maintaining locomotives, testing cab electrical and brake systems, and ensuring safe operations. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license and a commercial license, at least one year around heavy equipment, and the ability to work all shifts in any weather. Pre-employment medical, drug testing and background checks are required. To strengthen your application, tailor your resume to show hands on maintenance, safety compliance, and locomotive or heavy equipment experience, demonstrate reliability and teamwork, and list relevant certifications. Highlight a clean driving record and readiness for physical, weather‑exposed work. CPKC offers benefits, pension, an employee share purchase plan, and fitness subsidies.

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

As a Diesel Service Attendant, you play a critical role in ensuring locomotives are safe, fueled, serviced, and ready for operation. In this hands-on position, you will inspect, move, fuel, clean, test, and perform basic maintenance on locomotive equipment while supporting the safe and efficient movement of rail traffic. Working in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment, you will use your mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and commitment to operational excellence to help keep our railway running smoothly.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Safely fuel, sand, and service locomotives, ensuring adequate fuel levels, traction sand, and cab amenities are maintained
• Perform inspections and basic maintenance on locomotives, fuel systems, and cab equipment to support safe and efficient operations
• Evaluate locomotive components and parts to determine suitability for reuse or replacement
• Clean and maintain locomotive cabs, including walls, windows, floors, and washroom facilities, to ensure a safe and professional work environment
• Test and verify the functionality of cab electrical equipment, safety devices, and brake systems in accordance with operating requirements
• Configure cab brake systems based on train operations and ensure all safety inspections are completed before service
• Accurately complete crew-to-crew documentation and maintain compliance with company procedures, regulatory requirements, and operational standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned and in accordance with the applicable collective agreement

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Valid driver’s license
• Minimum 1 year experience working around heavy equipment
• Commercial driver’s license
• 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

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

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.

Background Investigation

• 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).

• Req ID: 106331
• Department: Mechanical Car
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Union
• Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 2
• Compensation Rate: $35.16 per hour
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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