Job Description

A long-established rail transportation and heavy mechanical maintenance operation is hiring a Diesel / Heavy Duty Mechanic in North Bay, ON to diagnose, repair, and overhaul locomotives and related equipment. Qualified 421A, 310T, or 310S technicians with hydraulic, pneumatic, and troubleshooting experience are a strong fit. Apply today for stable long-term work, excellent benefits, and strong retirement security.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, rebuild, adjust, and test locomotives, diesel and gas engines, transmissions, APUs, and hydraulic, pneumatic, braking, and air-compressor systems.
• Troubleshoot and maintain locomotives, shop machinery, and related equipment using precision measuring instruments, diagnostic tools, and testing procedures.
• Set up and operate conventional and CNC machine shop equipment for drilling, milling, turning, and boring.
• Operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and elevated work platforms, and use hand, power, and welding tools required for the trade.
• Read and work from blueprints, sketches, manufacturer patterns, and technical specifications.
• Inspect equipment, identify defects, confirm repairs, and follow safe work practices.

Requirements

• Required:

• • Valid Ontario Certificate of Qualification as a Heavy Duty Equipment Technician (421A), Truck and Coach Technician (310T), or Automotive Service Technician (310S).
  • 3–5 years of hands-on trade experience in mechanical repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
  • Experience reading and working from blueprints and technical specifications.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to safe work practices.
  • Must pass a criminal record check, employment reference check, and education verification.

• Preferred:

• • Experience maintaining and troubleshooting locomotives and auxiliary power units.
  • Experience working in a unionized environment.
  • Familiarity with Windows-based computer applications.

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