SkyTrain Career Opportunities

Are you passionate about keeping transit systems safe, reliable, and running smoothly? Join our Guideway team and play a vital role in maintaining the backbone of our rail network. You’ll work hands-on with mainline tracks, special trackwork, switch machines, power rails, reaction rails and drainage ensuring our infrastructure is in top condition for daily operations.

The Power Technicians plays a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of SkyTrain’s electrical power systems. This includes the maintenance, repair, and oversight of propulsion power substations, station electrical distribution networks, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), guideway electrical components, and systems within the Operations and Maintenance Centre (OMC). This role helps keep our zero-emission fleet running smoothly across Metro Vancouver.

Hourly Wage: $61.18

Required Qualifications and Education:

• High School graduation or equivalent;

• Red Seal Certification for Industrial Electrician

• The following trades; AME-M, AME-E, Electrical Technologist, Mechanical Technologist, Electronics Technologist or Electronics Technician may also be considered.

• Minimum of five (5) years recent maintenance experience in the last 6 years at the journeyperson level

• Experience in the maintenance and repair of 12.5kV and/or 25 kV AC electrical switch gear, transformers protection relays and associated controls

• Experience in 600 VAC distribution equipment and associated control circuits

The Vehicle Technician is important in ensuring the safe, reliable and efficient operations of SkyTrain fleet. This position is responsible for operation, maintenance and repair of rail-bound SkyTrain vehicles’ mechanical, electrical and electronic systems. With a focus on precision and innovation, Vehicle Technicians help deliver a seamless transit experience for our everyday customers.

Hourly Wage: $61.18

Required Qualifications and Education:

• Grade 12 or equivalent;

• Red Seal Certification in one of the following trades; Heavy Duty Mechanic, Automotive Mechanic, Commercial Transport, Mechanic, Industrial Electrician.

• The following trades; AME-M, AME-E, Electrical Technologist, Mechanical Technologist, Electronics Technologist or Electronics Technician may also be considered.

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience having been certified in one of the above Trades over the last 6 years.

• Completion or ability to satisfactorily complete all levels of the SkyTrain vehicle specific maintenance courses.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a maintenance team.

• Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License.

Annual Salary: $107,200-$160,800

Required Qualifications:

• A degree in a safety-related discipline, plus 8 (eight) years of progressive experience in safety and environmental management-related fields including senior-level roles.

• Experience in transit occupational safety, especially in a rail environment, and achievement of Canadian Registered Safety.

• Professional (CRSP) designation would be considered a significant asset.

Annual Salary:$82,400 - $123, 600

Required Qualifications:

• The requirements for this job are typically acquired through a diploma in a safety-related discipline, plus a Canadian Registered Safety Professional designation or equivalent plus 5 years of related progressive experience.

Annual Salary: $75,600 - $113,400

Required Qualifications:

• The requirements for this job are typically acquired through a diploma in a safety-related discipline, plus a Canadian Registered Safety Professional designation or equivalent, plus 4 years of progressive experience. Experience in construction safety and management is an asset.