Certified Rail Electrician

We have multiple openings for Certified Electricians at a new rail services shop that is opening in Squamish this month. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-impact rail and rolling stock projects across North America.  Offering competitive wage, excellent benefits, and lots of room to grow and learn.

About the Role, Benefits & Perks:

• Full-time, year round.  Squamish, BC.
• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Starting in the range of $45 – $55 per hour based on experience. **negotiable**
• Group insurance and health benefits plan plus other great perks.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace.  We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

The Perfect Candidate: 

The successful candidate is comfortable working under schedule pressure, diagnosing complex electrical faults, and executing work to the highest safety and quality standards.

• Certified Electrician (provincial certification required).
• Rail-specific electrical certification or training is a strong asset (or willing to obtain).
• Red Seal endorsement is an asset.

• 3–7 years of experience as an electrician, preferably in rail, transportation, heavy equipment, or industrial environments.
• Experience working on rolling stock electrical systems is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, schematics, wiring diagrams, and diagnostic methods.
• Experience with control circuits, power distribution, lighting, auxiliary systems, and basic communication systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and maintenance manuals.
• Comfortable working in schedule-driven, fast-paced rail operations.
• Strong safety mindset and disciplined work habits.
• Methodical and analytical approach to troubleshooting.
• Reliable, hands-on, and accountable for quality of work.
• Clear communication with supervisors, engineers, and team members.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Comfortable working under time pressure and changing priorities.

Responsibilities Include: 

The Certified Rail Electrician is responsible for the inspection, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems on rail vehicles, including locomotives, passenger cars, and freight equipment.

• Ensures electrical systems operate safely, reliably, and in compliance with applicable railway standards and regulations.
• Operates in a fast-paced, safety-critical rail environment where precision, responsiveness, and strict adherence to procedures are essential.
• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair and build electrical systems on rail vehicles and related equipment.
• Install, modify, and repair wiring, cabling, junction boxes, control panels, lighting, communication, and auxiliary electrical systems.
• Perform fault diagnosis on low- and medium-voltage systems using schematics, test equipment, and diagnostic tools.
• Support refurbishment, modernization, retrofit, and commissioning activities

• Conduct electrical inspections and testing in accordance with maintenance manuals, standards, and safety regulations.
• Verify system functionality, continuity, insulation resistance, and grounding.
• Ensure all work complies with Transport Canada, AAR, and applicable electrical and railway standards.
• Complete inspection, test, and maintenance documentation accurately and on time

• Respond to electrical issues during manufacturing, testing, commissioning, and in-service operations.
• Perform root-cause analysis and corrective actions for recurring electrical faults.
• Collaborate with mechanical, engineering, and quality teams to resolve system-level issues.
• Work closely with other electricians, mechanics, supervisors, engineers, and project teams.
• Provide feedback on electrical system reliability, maintainability, and design improvements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of maintenance practices, safety procedures, and documentation.

Applying is Easy!

1. Create a Profile and upload your resume here (you only have to do this once):  https://www.squamish-jobs.com/application
2. OR If you have already created a profile with us, simply email talent@squamish-jobs.com to let us know that you’d like to chat about this role.
3. Please do not reach out to the company directly as Squamish Personnel is doing the first round of interviews for this position.  All applications must come through us to be considered.

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We will review all applications and contact candidates who have been selected for further consideration or an interview.  If you would like an update on your application, please email us at talent@squamish-jobs.com or call us at 604 398 4977 ext 2.

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