Locomotive Mechanic

Locomotive Mechanic

Location: Red Deer, Alberta
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Compensation: $41.00 $45.00 per hour, based on experience

Position Overview

We are looking for a skilled Locomotive Mechanic to join a mechanical maintenance team in Red Deer, Alberta. This is a hands-on role focused on keeping locomotives safe, reliable, and operational.

The successful candidate will inspect, service, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair locomotive mechanical and electrical systems. Candidates with experience working on locomotives, diesel engines, heavy equipment, trucks, or electromechanical systems are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect locomotives and related equipment according to railway regulations, maintenance schedules, and company procedures.

• Perform preventive and scheduled maintenance on locomotive systems and components.

• Service diesel engines, including:

  • Oil and filter changes

  • Turbocharger inspections

  • Air and air-compressor filter replacement

  • Lubrication and greasing

  • Fuel system and linkage maintenance

• Troubleshoot, test, repair, and replace mechanical and electrical components.

• Repair and replace locomotive components such as:

  • Wheels and trucks

  • Traction motors

  • Springs

  • Couplers and draft gear

  • Gear cases

  • Cylinder assemblies

  • Heating equipment

• Perform daily locomotive servicing, including watering, oiling, lubrication, cleaning, and general equipment checks.

• Diagnose equipment problems using mechanical and electrical schematics, technical manuals, and diagnostic information.

• Complete maintenance, inspection, and service reports and provide documentation to supervisors or the Mechanical Department.

• Follow all railway, workplace, and environmental safety requirements.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

• Travel to other locations in Western Canada when required for maintenance or service work.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.

• Diploma, apprenticeship training, or relevant experience in diesel mechanics, electromechanics, heavy equipment, truck and transport, or a related trade.

• Previous locomotive maintenance or repair experience is strongly preferred.

• Completion of a 3 5 year apprenticeship program or at least four years of verifiable industry experience.

• Journeyperson or Red Seal certification as a Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) or Truck and Transport Technician is preferred.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics, blueprints, service manuals, and technical documentation.

• Knowledge of Transport Canada regulations related to locomotive inspection and maintenance is an asset.

• Knowledge of railway environmental and safety requirements is an asset.

• Strong safety awareness and good decision-making skills in a safety-sensitive work environment.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Valid Class 5 driver's licence with a satisfactory driving record.

• Willingness to work shifts, overtime, emergency service calls, and assignments at different locations.

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Physically capable of performing demanding mechanical work, including regularly lifting up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 85 lbs.

Compensation & Benefits

• $41.00 $45.00 per hour, depending on experience.

• Comprehensive group insurance, including health, dental, vision, hospitalization, disability, and life insurance.

• Telemedicine services for employees and their families.

• Fitness and wellness allowance.

• Retirement savings program with employer contributions of up to 6% to an RRSP.

• Access to a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA).

• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

• Opportunity for long-term career growth in the railway industry.

• Specialized and technically challenging work environment.

• Opportunity to contribute to a more sustainable transportation industry.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Candidates selected for the position may be required to successfully complete a comprehensive pre-employment screening process, including:

• Physical examination

• Drug and alcohol screening

• Criminal record check

• Employment verification

• Reference checks

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a dependable and safety-focused mechanic with strong diesel, heavy equipment, locomotive, or electromechanical experience. You should be comfortable working with complex mechanical and electrical systems, troubleshooting equipment problems, performing physically demanding work, and following strict safety and maintenance procedures.

If you have strong mechanical skills and want to build a long-term career in the railway industry, this opportunity offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and hands-on technical work.