Guideway Serviceperson

**Marketing Statement**:
Join a company that has been a part of moving Metro Vancouver for over 35 years.

British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) maintains and operates the Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines from our central facilities in south Burnaby. Our services connect downtown Vancouver to the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody and Surrey. With the future expansion of both the Expo and Millennium Lines gathering pace, infrastructure renewal and new asset acquisition projects underway, this is an exciting time to join our team of over 1,200 dedicated employees, working on one of the longest fully-automated rapid transit systems in the world.

Our work encompasses roles such as administration, engineering, elevator and escalator maintenance, field operations, vehicle maintenance, and wayside (station and guideway) maintenance.

When you work for SkyTrain, not only will you help move Metro Vancouver, you will also have access to comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, medical benefits, transit passes, training and more. We are a proud equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Come explore what makes us one of BC’s Top Employers

**Responsibilities**:
OVERALL PURPOSE

The Guideway Serviceperson will assist the Technician in the repair of mainline track, special trackwork, switch machines, reaction rail and power rail.

The Serviceperson will be required to work independently on the guideway performing duties which do not affect the safety and integrity of the guideway.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Works under the direction of the Supervisor or Technician to accomplish scheduled or unscheduled maintenance functions on the guideway.

Such work to include:
Assisting a Technician in the repair and maintenance of yard and mainline track, special trackwork, power rail and reaction rail.

Working independently to perform work which does not affect the overall integrity of the track. Such work to include rail grinding, coverboard replacement and guideway cleaning, ballast work, shop work.

Assisting a Technician in repair and maintenance of guideway structure, drainage, walkways and fences.

Implements work permits and returns area to appropriate responsible authority upon completion.

Accounts for all materials used in performance of their duties.

Operates heavy rail bound equipment such as belt grinders, block grinders, speeders, unimogs and trains.

Operates motor vehicles with valid BC driver’s licence.

Attends technical and safety training programs to continually upgrade skills.

Handles emergencies and failures in accordance with established procedures through immediate response and quick action.

Performs related duties as assigned such being of a minor nature which do not affect the value of the job.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

As per WorkSafeBC regulations, this job requires an annual fit test and may necessitate the use of a respirator. In either case, the employee must be clean shaven. Any exemption requests should be raised to Occupational Health and/or Labour Relations for consideration.

**Qualifications**:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school graduation or equivalent.

Minimum of three (3) years recent related mechanical maintenance experience in a heavy industrial environment; or equivalent combination of post-secondary technical training, experience working toward a relevant trade and experience working as a Guideway Labourer.

Valid class 5 BC driver’s licence.

Experience working in rail maintenance preferred.

**Other Information**:
Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.

**Work Schedule**:
40 hours per week.

**Work Designation**:
Resident

This position works predominately on-site.

**Rate of Pay**:
Wage: $44.98 per hour

The Total Compensation Package includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan. Focus on your development through tuition reimbursement, training, and mentorship programs. Enjoy a variety of health and wellness programs, including access to gym facilities. Speak to us to know more about what we offer.

**How to Apply**:
Posting Date: September 27, 2024
Closing Date: Open until filled

Please note that only those short listed will be contacted.

**Equal Employment Opportunity**:
SkyTrain is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to to equity, diversity and inclusio