Reference Number : 1297

Status : Permanent - Full-time

Annual Salary / Hourly Rate : $46.43/h

Number of positions to be filled : 1

Application Deadline : 05/14/2026

Did you know that VIA Rail is carrying out ambitious projects to modernize its services and infrastructure? From our new ultramodern train fleet to ongoing improvement of our infrastructure, we’re building the future of transportation in Canada. Working for VIA Rail is being a part of a collective effort in sustainable mobility.

VIA Rail is currently seeking electricians to complete our team for our Toronto Maintenance Center (TMC) located in Etobicoke.

TASKS:

As an Electrician for VIA Rail, you will perform your duties on locomotives and passenger cars.

Your job will involve inspections, repairs, and troubleshooting of all electrical and electronic systems on VIA rails fleet.

You will need to read and interpret schematics and perform duties in outlined technical procedures to meet or exceed Via Rails and Transport Canada’s standard.

Work will be performed indoors or outdoors under all weather conditions as required.

SCHEDULE:

The position is permanent (40 hours per week).

Day or night shift including weekends. The work schedule may vary (day, evening, night, week-end and holidays), based on seniority. You may be required to work statutory holidays as well.

SALARY:

Hourly salary: $46.43/H

Evening shift differential: $1.50/H

Night shift differential: $2.00/H

Why choose VIA Rail?

• Paid training at full salary and frequent re-certifications
• Development opportunities governed by the collective agreement
• Generous compensation and benefits
• An advantageous pension plan
• Unlimited access to telemedicine services for you and your family
• Many train travel privileges for you and your family after one year of service
• A united, proud, and diverse team
• Help connect people, communities, and families across Canada

You must have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience- HVAC experience

You must hold an Electrician Trade Certification: 442A or 309A.

Teamwork, troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities are essential.

Red seal certification.

A professional/technical degree in liaison with the position is an asset.

Railway motive power experience is an asset.

At VIA Rail, we are proud to be an employment-equity employer and we strive to form teams that reflect the diversity of Canadian society. We aim to remove barriers to employment accessibility and aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone is valued, regardless of their identity or differences, to enable them to reach their full potential.

If you need assistance in making the recruitment process or the position you are applying for more accessible, please let us know. Alternate arrangements may be offered to individuals who request them at any stage of the recruitment process. All information received in relation to arrangements will be kept confidential.

Note that we will only contact those who are selected for an interview.

Join our 3,000 other employees in helping provide Canadians with a safe, accessible, environmentally sustainable way to travel!