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Assisting mechanics, electricians, welders, and supervisors with day-to-day tasks.
We have multiple openings for General Labourers with a new rail services shop that is now operational in Squamish. Temp shifts are initially offered, with the potential for hiring if that’s what you’re looking for and if it’s a good fit! Offering a competitive wage, excellent benefits, a flexible, full-time schedule and lots of room to grow and learn.
Temp Shift Details:
- DATES: Shifts available between Mon-Fri
- HOURS: 7am-5.30pm (40hr work week based on 4x 10hr days max)
- LOCATION: Squamish Railyard
- DUTIES INCLUDE: Assisting with a railcar repairs, site repairs and storage setup at a Rail Servicing shop in Squamish. Includes a variety of maintenance, labouring tasks as well as some basic construction.
- SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Physically fit, ready to work hard, able to lift heavy loads (50lbs) and be on your feet all day. Prior construction or work site experience beneficial.
- ADDITIONAL DETAILS / REQUIREMENTS: STEEL-TOED BOOTS ARE USUALLY REQUIRED! Work gloves, hard hat, and visi-vest are also beneficial on construction sites but not always required.
- WAGES: $25 to $29/hr + 4% vacation pay + BONUSES
- Squamish Personnel uses a progressive pay system that awards pay increases based on the number of Successful Shifts* completed. The more you work with us, the more you get paid per hour!
- HIGHER WAGES are also available for experienced employees or Team Leads, and many shifts include extra bonuses per hour.
- SUPERHERO BONUSES of an extra $2-$4/hr are often offered for last minute shifts!
- All wages also receive an extra 4% vacation pay on top.
WHY SIGN UP FOR TEMP WORK?
Are you looking for supplemental income, or have extra time to spare between other work? If you enjoy the flexibility to call the shots on when and where you work, temp work is for you!
Squamish Personnel has regular temp job opportunities for labourers, housekeepers, cleaners, servers, bartenders, landscapers, event installers and hosts, kitchen workers, administrators, construction workers and much more. A quick call will have you set up with our mobile app that allows you to see and sign up for any shift you like. It’s that easy!
We can provide work that suits your skills, lifestyle and schedule. It’s all about what’s right for YOU, so get in contact and let’s find out exactly what that is. Our career matching and consulting services are confidential and 100% FREE to candidates – with no strings or commitments required.
Interested in Full-Time?
About the Role, Benefits & Perks:
- Full-time, year round in Squamish, BC.
- 40 hours per week, based on a 4 day work week (Monday to Thursday or Tuesday-Friday)
- Competitive wages starting in the range of $26-$30/hr with perks and benefits.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Perks and Benefits include:
- Group insurance and health benefits plan.
- Matching RRSP employer contribution & savings plan.
- Paid vacation plus 10 personal days per year.
- Performance-based incentives may apply.
- Potential housing or relocation support for out-of-town applicants depending on needs.
- Opportunity to play a key leadership role in a growing, national rail organization and work on high-impact rail and rolling stock projects across North America.
About the Company: Canadian Railway Services is one of Canada’s top engineering, design and service providers in the rail industry. The new team in Squamish will be working on iconic Rocky Mountaineer rail cars and more. This is an exciting opportunity to build a thriving career with a growing, national rail organization and work on high-impact rail and rolling stock projects across North America. Click here for more information about these companies and other current career opportunities.
Important Note: All applicants must apply through Squamish Personnel to be considered – please do not contact or apply through CRWS or Rocky Mountaineer directly.
The Perfect Candidate:
This role operates in a fast-paced, industrial rail environment where safety, reliability, and teamwork are essential. The successful candidate is dependable, physically capable, and comfortable performing a variety of tasks to support production and maintenance activities.
- Experience in skilled labour shop, warehouse, construction or industrial roles.
- Experience in manufacturing, maintenance, mechanical, plumbing, welding, electrical, construction, rail, automotive or industrial environments is preferred.
- Ability to safely lift, carry, and move materials and equipment.
- Comfortable using basic hand tools and shop equipment.
- Forklift experience or certification is an asset (or willingness to obtain).
- Ability to follow instructions and work safely in an industrial environment.
- Reliable, punctual, and hard-working.
- Strong safety awareness and willingness to follow procedures.
- Team-oriented and willing to assist where needed.
- Good attitude and willingness to learn.
Responsibilities Include:
The Skilled Labourer provides hands-on support to shop operations, assisting mechanics, electricians, welders, and supervisors with day-to-day tasks. This role helps keep the shop organized, safe, and productive by supporting material handling, basic tasks, cleanup, and general assistance across multiple trades.
- Assist trades personnel (mechanics, electricians, welders) with non-specialized tasks.
- Move materials, tools, and equipment within the shop and warehouse.
- Support setup and teardown of work areas and job sites.
- Assist with basic assembly, disassembly, cleaning, and preparation tasks as directed.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of shop floors, work areas, and common spaces.
- Remove scrap materials, waste, and recycling from work areas.
- Ensure tools, equipment, and materials are stored properly after use
- Load, unload, and transport materials and equipment safely.
- Assist with receiving, staging, and issuing materials as required.
- Support inventory and warehouse activities under direction.
- Follow all shop safety rules, procedures, and PPE requirements.
- Assist in maintaining a safe, hazard-free work environment.
- Report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or incidents immediately.
- Perform other general labour tasks as assigned to support shop operations.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to safety and efficiency.
SIGNING UP IS SO EASY!
Residents currently located in the Sea-to-Sky are welcome to apply for the Temp Program! Not here yet? We look forward to hearing from you when you get here! Click here for some resources.
- Submit your resume and/or qualification details, see APPLY FOR JOB link below (you only need to do this once even if you’re looking at multiple roles)
- Email info@squamish-jobs.com with any questions
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