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CNC Machining Centre Programmer
Titan Trailers Industries Limited - UK
Tillsonburg, ON
- Full-time
Experience with 3d modeling programs such as Creo/Pro Engineer, AutoCAD inventor, solidworks, Rhino, Sketchup, Catia an asset.
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Intermediate Piping Engineer P.Eng.
The JNE Group of Companies
Hamilton, ON
- $90,000 to $110,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
We are seeking an Intermediate Piping Engineer P.Eng. to join our Hamilton, Ontario office. The successful candidate will successfully execute HVAC and building services projects in…
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Co-op or Recent Graduates - CNC Programmers
Titan Trailers Industries Limited - UK
Tillsonburg, ON
- Full-time
Experience with 3d modeling programs such as Creo/Pro Engineer, AutoCAD inventor, solidworks, Rhino, Sketchup, Catia an asset.
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Senior Software Engineer
Infotree Global Solutions
Canada
- Contract
Seeking a highly motivated Senior Software Engineer on a contract basis to contribute to strategic initiatives in "supply chain security" and "cloud-native security".
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Senior Software Engineer
Strive Robotics
Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
- Full-time
We are looking for a senior software engineer to build the software platform through which AI agents understand, configure, execute, and improve physical workflows. You will work across…
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Engineer, Mid-Range Planning, Red Chris Block Cave
Newmont Corporation
Dease Lake 9, BC
- Full-time
As an Engineer, Mid-Range Planning, you'll develop and maintain integrated mid-range plans that connect short-term activities with longer-term project objectives for the Red Chris Block…
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Robotics Engineer
Strive Robotics
Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
- Full-time
We are looking for an early-career engineer who wants to build robots that perform real manufacturing work. You will contribute to manipulation, controls, perception, planning, and…
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Software Engineer
Strive Robotics
Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
- Full-time
We are looking for an early-career engineer who wants to build software that connects AI systems to physical work. You will contribute to AI agents, workflow tools, and evaluation systems…
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Senior Robotics Engineer
Strive Robotics
Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
- Full-time
We are looking for a senior robotics engineer to own major parts of the intelligence and control stack for robots performing complete manufacturing workflows. You will work across…
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Senior Android Engineer – Mobile Design Systems
Diligente Technologies
Canada
- Contract
Seeking a Senior Android Engineer with 5+ years of native Android development experience to build and evolve scalable mobile Design Systems and reusable UI components. The ideal candidate…
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QA Analyst
Fellow Insights Inc.
Remote, Canada
- Full-time
- Remote
A QA Engineer focused only on automation. Automation experience matters here, but the center of the role is manual QA and holistic testing.
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Power Engineer
Government of Manitoba
Selkirk, MB
- Full-time
The Department of Public Service Delivery is seeking a Power Engineer to join their operations at the Selkirk Mental Health Centre in Selkirk, MB.
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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
OSI Engineering
ON · Ontario, Canada
- $140,000 to $180,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
We’re searching for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Concord, Canada. This team focuses specifically on packaging, converting, and finishing equipment - machinery that performs…
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Mechanical Commissioning Associate
Mission Critical Engineers | Mission Critical Forensics
Regina, SK
- Full-time
Reports to: Lead Data Centre Commissioning Engineer & Project Manager
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Software Engineer
Found People Inc.
Toronto, ON
- $110,000 to $140,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Operating Engineer
Mackenzie Health
Richmond Hill, ON
- $38.73 CAD / hour
- Part-time
Adhering to established standards, procedures and policies, the Engineer ensures that the boilers and related equipment is functioning effectively, in order to provide a safe, comfortable…
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Ceramics engineer
Tucker's Pottery Supplies Incorporated
Richmond Hill, ON
- From $55 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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Ingénieur mécanique principal / Senior Mechanical Engineer
Calian in Space & Technology
Vaudreuil-Dorion, QC
- Full-time
We are currently seeking a candidate for the position of Senior Mechanical Design Engineer. The successful candidate will lead the design, analysis, development, production, maintenance and…
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Machine Learning Engineer Intern
Workday
Toronto, ON · Vancouver, BC · Canada, BC, Vancouver
- Full-time
As a Machine Learning Engineer Intern, you’ll help develop Workday’s intelligent core by contributing to the scalable AI and ML platforms that power personalized experiences for millions of…
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Software Development Engineer Intern
Workday
Vancouver, BC · Canada, BC, Vancouver
- Full-time
As a Software Development Engineer Intern, you will jump right into building real-world solutions and experience what it's like to be a developer at Workday. You'll work closely with a team…
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Electronics Engineer, Diagnostics and Data Acquisition
General Fusion
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
General Fusion is seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer to join our Controls & Electronics team. This team designs and supports the data acquisition, instrumentation, and control…
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Stationary Engineer
ARAUCO - North America
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
- Full-time
Responsible for the Heat Plant operation and operating maintenance reporting to the Chief Operating Engineer.
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Engineer III
AlumaSafway
Bolton, ON
- Full-time
Provides backup support to senior engineer and engineer manager.
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Machine Learning Engineer, AI Processors (Sr to Staff)
Qualcomm Innovation Center, Inc.
Markham, ON
- Full-time
We are seeking a talented Machine Learning Engineer to join the Qualcomm AI Processor Solutions team, where you will help develop next-generation AI applications for Qualcomm Snapdragon…
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Mechanical Building Engineer
BPA
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Are you ready to make an impact in Toronto’s dynamic building industry? BPA is seeking a Mechanical Building Engineer passionate about delivering innovative mechanical systems, with a focus…

Train Conductor

AB, Canada
Edmonton, AB, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 25, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 25, 2026

Original job description

Job Summary

The Train Conductor is responsible for acting as a member of a 2 or 3-person train crew and performs duties associated with the movement of trains, rail cars, and locomotives in rail yards and on the road. The incumbent coordinates the assembly of trains and executes any ground work outside the locomotive cab while in the yard or on-route (operating track switches, picking up rail cars and making emergency repairs).

Main Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all train orders, signals, railroad rules and regulations related to safety and operations
Provide and receive various forms of oral and printed instructions concerning the movement and placement of rail cars
Assemble and dismantle trains in the rail yard, and pick up and set off rail cars on-route
Observe, interpret, and relay signals to ensure safe train and locomotive movement
Operate track switches to change locomotive and rail car routes
Inspect the condition of a train and equipment
Make effective decisions when in unfamiliar locations or emergency situations
Communicate effectively with the Rail Traffic Control centre, other train crews and other departments on a regular basis via handheld radio

Working Conditions

Work a flexible schedule with regular and predictable attendance, in line with the 24/7 railroading environment
Available to work night shifts, weekends, holiday work hours, some overtime and being away from home for extended periods of time when necessary
Push, pull, lift and carry up to 90 pounds
Primarily performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions
Operate various devices on rail cars and locomotives, such as uncoupling levers and handbrakes
Climb on and off ladders of moving rail cars
Grasp and hold objects while riding the side of a train
Walk for frequent extended periods
Bend, stoop, squat, and kneel frequently
Meet medical fitness requirements for the position, including those established by the Railway Association of Canada, such as the ability to recognize and distinguish between the colours of signals

Experience

Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or regulatory and safety environment*

Education/Certification/Designation

Completion of College or Vocational or Technical School or Freight Conductor experience*
High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)

Competencies

We Care About Each Other
We Strive for Excellence
We Succeed Together
We Lead Responsibly

Technical Skills/Knowledge

Write and pass safety and rules exams (as per collective agreement, subsequent mandatory Locomotive Engineer qualification to retain seniority and employment)
Obtain and maintain Conductors Rule Card
Possess and maintain a valid driver's licence
Possess and maintain a passport allowing entry and re-entry to the Canada and the United States (in certain specific locations)
Proficiency in both oral and written communications
Any experience and/or education for these above would be considered as an asset

Additional Information (If Any)

The incumbent participates in an intensive paid training program that includes 11 weeks (7 weeks classroom and 4 weeks field training) at CN's Campus in Winnipeg, MB. Expenses related to transportation, accommodation and meals while in Winnipeg are covered. After these initial 11 weeks, the incumbent completes a minimum of 45 trips as an extra person on a crew to enhance their knowledge and skills. Successful completion of the entire training program is mandatory in order to work as a conductor, and includes written exams and field training (including physical requirements).This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement.

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Responsibilities

Coordinate train movements and assemble or dismantle trains, including picking up and setting off rail cars in yards and along routes. Follow railroad rules and signals, inspect equipment, operate track switches, communicate with control centers and crews, and respond to unfamiliar or emergency situations.

Requirements

Applicants need a high school diploma or GED and either college, vocational, or technical school completion or freight conductor experience; relevant experience in similar working conditions or safety-regulated environments is an asset. The role requires passing safety and rules exams, maintaining a conductor's rule card, a valid driver's licence, and, in some locations, a passport permitting travel between Canada and the United States.

Skills

Train Assembly and Dismantling
Rail Car Switching
Signal Interpretation
Railroad Safety Compliance
Equipment Inspection
Emergency Decision-Making
Radio Communication
Oral and Written Communication
Physical Fitness
Track Switch Operation
Following Train Orders
Freight Train Operations

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Keywords

Train Conductor
Rail Transportation
Train Crew
Train Movement
Rail Cars
Locomotives
Rail Yard
Train Assembly
Train Dismantling
Track Switches
Train Orders
Railroad Signals
Railroad Rules and Regulations
Safety Exams
Conductor's Rule Card
Rail Traffic Control
Handheld Radio
Equipment Inspection
Emergency Repairs
Freight Conductor
Valid Driver's Licence
Passport
Physical Fitness
Field Training
Collective Agreement

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