Reference Number : 1431
Status : Permanent - Full-time
Annual Salary / Hourly Rate : $ 76.25/h
Number of positions to be filled : 3
Application Deadline : 08/30/2026
VIA Rail Canada Inc., a leader in passenger transportation in Canada, is currently seeking applications from qualified Locomotive Engineers (conductors with minimum 2 years experience could be considered) for october 2026 in the Quebec region.
The Locomotive Engineer is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of VIA Rail passengers and crew, enabling VIA to meet its scheduled operations and provide excellent customer service.
This designated safety-critical position entails working varying schedules, being away from home for extended periods of time, working under pressure and dealing with stressful factors all within the guidelines of the Railway Safety Act of Canada and the Canadian Railway Operating Rules as well as VIA Rail's special instructions.
If you are a locomotive engineer (or have locomotive engineer qualifications) with experience on the Bridge, Drummondville, Montmagny, Mont-Joli, St-Hyacinthe and Montre9al subdivisions and you are interested in operating passenger rail services while pursuing a career with VIA Rail, please submit your resume.
Hourly Salary :$ 76.25/ h
*** Qualified Locomotive Engineer
*** Very good spoken and written communication skills in French and functional English
*** Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) qualified
*** Operating experience will be evaluated and considered throughout the selection process
*** No criminal record
*** Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position
*** Good technical and mechanical aptitudes
*** Track experience on the subdivisions for the position is a definite asset
*** Safety orientation, rigor and attention to detail
*** Decision making and problem-solving abilities
*** Ability to work under pressure
*** Accountability
*** Customer Focus
*** Flexibility, adaptability and a positive attitude toward change
*** Teamwork and cooperation
Note that we will only contact those who are selected for an interview.
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