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**:
Reporting to the Guideway Supervisor, the Serviceperson will assist Technicians in the repair and maintenance of running rail, special trackwork, switch machines, power rails, and reaction rails. As well, the Serviceperson will work independently on the Guideway to perform work which does not affect the overall integrity of the tracks, such as operating railborne equipment, coverboard replacement, and minor repairs. May be required to monitor and assist contractors.

**Qualifications**:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Secondary 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.

Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's License;
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**:
30 hours per week.

This is a part-time, temporary contract until August 1, 2023.

**Rate of Pay**:
Wage: $40.91 per hour

**How to Apply**:
Posting Date: March 8, 2023
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 equity, diversity and inclusion.