Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S. Canada and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The purpose of the Mechanical Technician Pump Repairman position is to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on a diverse fleet of industrial pumps and heavy equipment within a high-production team environment, ensuring operational efficiency and safety. This role requires hands-on technical expertise, effective collaboration, and a commitment to high-quality workmanship. Enjoy the added benefit of short-term staff accommodation at a reduced rate, making this a prime opportunity for both professional growth and convenience.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Install and maintain standby diesel generators, switch gear, and industrial components
• Service equipment such as dampers, gates, fans, bearings, motors, pumps, manlifts, and related machinery
• Operate gas testing equipment and support Confined Space Entry Permit processes
• Perform isolations, lockouts, clearances and issue safe work permits on utility and process systems
• Assist in developing energy control procedures and safe work practices
• Support maintenance planning and equipment repairs
• Work safely in varying heavy‑industrial conditions including hot, cold, dirty, dusty, wet or noisy environments
• Follow all safety procedures including required personal protective equipment (PPE), and maintain strong attendance and punctuality

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma 
• Must possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Possess Provincial Certification as a Heavy Duty Mechanic, Red Seal Mechanic
• Be comfortable working on structures at height and be conversant with proper fall protection procedures
• Reading electrical schematics, blueprints and other technical diagrams
• Be proficient with the safe use of common hand and power tools
• Ability to obtain and hold a Canadian Railway Operating Rules (CROR) D Card (course provided by CPKC)
• Must be able to effectively complete all assigned duties unsupervised
• On call every second week per Union Wage Agreement

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: 105729
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Union
• Location: Revelstoke, British Columbia
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 1
• Compensation Rate: $34.50 - $40.59 per hour
• Job Available to: Internal & External