Diesel Mechanic

DEPARTMENT: Rail Mechanical

REFERENCE: 300-152B-26

RATE OF PAY: $39.75/hour

WHO WE ARE:

OntarioNorthland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We employ over 1000 skilled professionals and are over 120 years old and proud of our heritage and connection to the communities we serve. We are focused on moving forward with the goal of being a valued leader in transportation. We offer competitive salary, excellent benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, 3 paid personal leave days along with discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.

ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT:

Diesel Mechanic: repair, troubleshoot, adjust, overhaul and maintain motive power and other railway equipment.

MAJORDUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Repair, dismantle, rebuild, maintain, install, adjust, diagnose and test locomotives and shop machinery as well as all diesel or gas powered engines including internal oil pumps, transmission systems, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment including braking systems, air compressors, auxiliary power units, rail or rubber tire vehicles including buses, bulldozers, cranes, dump loaders, motor cars, motor coaches, locomotives and track equipment.

- Utilize precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, scales, gauges, verniers, squares and indicators and all types of testing equipment such as dynamometer, fuel injection, fluid power equipment, etc.

- Set up and operate different types of machine shop equipment including CNC equipment used in drilling, milling, turning, and boring.

- Operate equipment such as overhead crane, forklift, elevated work platforms.

- Handle all hand and power tools commonly used in the trade as well as electric and gas welding equipment.

- Follow blueprints, sketches, manufacturer’s patterns, and construction specifications and can adapt to new methods, processes, materials and equipment and all other work generally recognized as diesel mechanic’s work.

REQUIREMENTS:

- Valid Certificate of Qualification (Automotive Service Technician – 310S, Heavy Duty Equipment Technician – 421A or Truck and Coach Technician – 310T)

- 3-5 years’ experience in the trade

- Experience reading, interpreting, and working from blueprints

- Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics

- Basic electrical knowledge

- Possess good interpersonal and communication skills (oral & written)

- Basic computer skills and experience using Windows based applications would be an asset

- Flexibility to adapt to changing work schedule/shifts

- Experience working in a unionized environment is an asset

- Commitment to health and safety

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.

CLOSING DATE: November 16, 2025, no later than 11:59 p.m. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current cover letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number. Visit our career website to apply: https://www.ontarionorthland.ca/en/careers

At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity. We value the unique skills and experience each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.

Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier‑free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

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