POSITIONEngine Attendant
DEPARTMENTRail Mechanical
LOCATIONCochrane
REFERENCE300-152-27
RATE OF PAY$27.77 - $30.88/hour (Increases set out as per the collective agreement. Full rate effective after 1 year of service)
WHO WE AREOntario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a modern, forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve. With over 1200 skilled professionals, we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations. We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along with a competitive salary, excellent benefit package, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.
ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENTThe Engine Attendant will provide ongoing cleaning/labour services to the division in a safe and efficient manner.
MAJOR DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Cleaning/washing of railway equipment, coaches, parts and shop facilities
Operating locomotives, track mobiles and forklifts, turning switches, fueling, sanding and watering locomotives
Adapts to new methods, processes, material and equipment
Follows prescribed safety procedures including the use of safety clothing and equipment
May work various shifts including weekends and some work outdoors in adverse weather
Performs other related duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
Secondary School Diploma or possess a General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
Previous cleaning/labour experience
Experience operating a forklift is an asset
Ability to pass the examination for Engine Attendants




Valuable interpersonal and communication skills (oral & written) including experience with two-way radio
Valid driver’s license
Excellent organizational and planning skills
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
Must be available for shift work
Previous railway experience, working around large equipment or locomotives an asset
Must be committed to Health and Safety
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTSThe successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.
CLOSING DATENovember 2, 2026, no later than 11:59 p.M.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
If it is determined that any information provided in the application or during the recruitment process is false, misleading, or incomplete, Ontario Northland may discontinue your candidacy from further consideration.
At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity. We value the unique skills and experience each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.
Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
ONTC does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to make or inform hiring decisions. We do use an external applicant tracking system (ATS) to help manage applications efficiently. While the ATS may apply basic automated filters or sorting functions, all applications are reviewed and evaluated by human recruiters.
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📌 Engine Attendant (Winnipeg)
🏢 Ontario Northland
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