Diesel Service Attendant

Joining the Diesel Service Attendant role at CPKC
—North America’s first transnational railroad connecting the U.S., Canada and Mexico. This position puts safety first, fueling economic growth and providing career development.

Posting start date: 12/30/25.

As a Diesel Service Attendant, you will keep locomotives moving. You’ll fuel, clean, test, and perform basic repairs on locomotives in a fast‑paced, safety‑driven environment that meets strict regulatory standards.

• Refuel and sand locomotives while ensuring cab amenities are stocked for crew comfort.
• Inspect and perform basic repairs on locomotives, fuel tanks, and cab equipment to maintain operational reliability.
• Assess parts for reuse or replacement, supporting cost‑effective maintenance practices.
• Clean and service locomotive cabs, including walls, floors, windows, and toilets, to uphold safety and hygiene standards.
• Test cab electrical systems and safety devices, set up cab brakes per operational requirements, and complete all crew-to‑crew documentation.
• Perform additional duties as outlined in the collective agreement.

• High school diploma or general equivalency.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Minimum 1 year experience working around heavy equipment.
• Commercial driver’s license preferred.
• Available to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays in all weather conditions.
• Ability to pass the required written examinations and understand safety instructions, rules, regulations and other material in English.
• Proven dedication to safety and ability to complete work within guidelines and rules.

• Flexible and competitive benefits package.
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan.
• Annual Fitness Subsidy.
• Part‑time Studies Program.

This is a safety‑sensitive position and a successful pre‑employment medical assessment, including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative drug test, is required. Post‑hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

• Criminal history check.
• Education verification.
• Driver’s license verification and driving history.

CPKC is an equal‑opportunity and affirmative‑action employer for U.S. applicants, 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 provided, as appropriate, upon request.

All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

• Req
• Department:
  Mechanical Loco
• Job Type: Full‑time
• Position Type:
  Union
• Location:
  
  Golden, British Columbia
• Country:
  Canada
• % of Travel: 0–10%
• # of Positions: 1
• Compensation Rate: $35.16/hr
• Job Available to:
  Internal & External

• Entry level

• Full‑time

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• Truck Transportation

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