Track & OCS Technician

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time onsite Track & OCS Technician in Finch, ON, CA we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your technical and operational expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside dedicated and collaborative teammates.
You'll play a critical role in maintaining and troubleshooting assets on the guideway, ensuring the safety, efficiency, and reliability of operations. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Rail System Team, Systems Operation Manager, subcontractors), participate in emergency response or extreme weather operations, and perform inspections and maintenance tasks through a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), and much more.

We’ll look to you for:

• You’ll specifically take care of maintaining and troubleshooting the assets on the guideway of the line, such as fences, track, turnouts, litter picking, greens management, drainage control of the platform and tunnel, overhead catenary system, and access control, but also participating in the maintenance of other assets like tunnel ventilation, security systems, and pumps.
• Performing manual work and occasionally operating powered equipment in a safe and controlled manner.
• Conducting ice and snow clearance operations.
• Driving and managing non-revenue vehicles such as railroad cranes, ballast regulators, and Hi-Rail vehicles when required.
• Carrying out tasks in strict adherence to Health & Safety legislation and company policies.
• Undertaking all levels of examination and work arising involving equipment/working manuals, shunting, and reformation exams.
• Exchanging or repairing assets of subsystems as needed.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Degree in a technical field or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience or understanding of rail/track environments and track maintenance.
• Knowledge of Quality and Health & Safety standards.
• Familiarity with basic electrical systems and catenary systems (desirable).
• A valid G license (mandatory).
• Ability to work at heights, outdoors, and during night shifts.
• Planning and organizational skills to prioritize daily workloads.
• Flexibility and adaptability to new ideas and changing environments.
• A team spirit that supports collaboration and cooperation.
• Attention to detail and the ability to consistently produce accurate and thorough work.

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Work with cutting-edge rail infrastructure and innovative maintenance systems to ensure the safety and efficiency of our operations
• Progress towards mastering advanced rail maintenance techniques and expanding your expertise in track and OCS systems
• Utilize our dynamic and safety-focused working environment"
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognizes your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension).

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63  countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Job Type:​Experienced​