Kamloops Operations Office Mechanical Reports To: Supervisor, Mechanical Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent Three (3) 12-hour night shifts per week. ~ Mid-October to Mid-April: Four (4) 10-hour day shifts per week. ~ Short term disability, long term disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment policy ~ Two annual complimentary rail passes (beginning your 2 nd year). ~ Friends and family rail tickets and packages discount. ~100% employer paid extended health, dental, and vision. ~ 3 weeks’ vacation to start. Eligible for up to 7.5% Armstrong Collective’s Bonus Program We are currently seeking a Railcar Mechanic to join our Mechanical team— a collaborative group of skilled trades professionals committed to maintaining a safe, reliable, and efficient operation. Reporting to the Supervisor, Mechanical, the Railcar Mechanic is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, repair, and regulatory compliance of all railcars and equipment in Rocky Mountaineers fleet of assets.

The successful candidate will work closely with other trades, leadership, and contractors to maintain safe, compliant, optimally functioning equipment. The incumbent will be required to periodically access active railway areas where impaired performance could result in a significant incident affecting the health and safety of team members, guests, the public, property, or the environment. As such, pre‑employment testing and ongoing medical monitoring will be required.

Repair defective interior and exterior rail car components. Inspect for compliance and service rail car wheels and axle assemblies. Execute regular equipment inspections and complete regulatory documentation.

Inspect and repair couplers, yokes, draft gears,



air brake system components, handbrakes, etc. Provide technical advice, support, and leadership to team members, management, and contractors regarding railcar components. Read, interpret, and update mechanical drawings and documentation related to car systems.

Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and operational standards. follow all safety rules, regulations, and policies in accordance with class one partner’s / Rocky Mountaineer’s General Operating Instructions and Transport Canada / FRA regulations. Participate in training and development, including familiarization with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and Canadian Railway Operating Rules (CROR) 105 rules. Perform work both indoors and outdoors, in varying weather conditions, as part of a 24/7 operation.

Experience and proficiency in welding. Welding qualification is an asset. Solid working knowledge of railcar undercarriage and coupling systems, including mechanical components.

Experience with passenger equipment is an asset. Proven ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and system documentation. Valid driver’s license (asset). Previous experience in an industrial, or facility maintenance environment (asset).

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Qualification under CROR Operating Rules is an asset. Familiarity with CMMS or other maintenance tracking systems (asset). May require occasional travel within the region.

At Rocky

Mountaineer, we are proud of being creators of life-changing experiences for our guests, our communities, and our team. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. #

📌 Rail Car Mechanic, Kamloops
🏢 Rocky Mountaineer
📍 Kamloops