Job Description

Overview

With over 1,400 employees globally, AtkinsRéalis brings expertise and versatility to operations and maintenance services projects around the world. AtkinsRéalis provides analysis and recommendations to maximize production output of every asset. AtkinsRéalis works with high-profile clients on a variety of business sectors most notably; hospitals, courthouse, rail & transit, transportation, power and desalination plants. We're committed to providing outstanding customer service while excelling as facility management, by extending the useful life of our clients’ assets and increasing the value of their portfolios. This requires us to understand the most complex projects, end-to-end. It demands we deliver flawless execution on all our projects. We maintain exceptionally high standards for health and safety, ethics and compliance and environmental protection, and are committed to delivering quality projects on budget and on schedule to the complete satisfaction of its clients.

As an Electronics Technician based in Richmond, BC, you will play a key role in maintaining the safety, reliability, and performance of the Canada Line transit system. Working alongside a skilled team of technicians, you will support advanced Automatic Train Control, rail communications, networking, SCADA, fiber optic, CCTV, security, and public information systems through preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, testing, and commissioning activities. Your expertise will help ensure uninterrupted transit operations, support the implementation of system improvements, and contribute to delivering a safe and efficient transportation service for the communities we serve.

Please note: This is a fixed-term contract position with an anticipated duration of approximately three (3) months, starting as soon as possible and ending on January 11, 2027.

Location - Richmond, BC.

Your role

The responsibilities listed below are representative of the position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list. The Electronics Technician will perform all duties and responsibilities as outlined in the ProtransBC Electronics Technician Job Description.

• Perform preventative, corrective, and modification maintenance on Automatic Train Control and Rail Communication systems and associated equipment.

• Diagnose equipment failures and restore systems to service efficiently while following established safety procedures and technical standards.

• Respond to first-line maintenance incidents involving train control and electronic systems.

• Complete maintenance documentation, inspection records, reports, and asset certification activities.

• Prioritize maintenance activities based on operational and safety risks to support continuous transit service.

• Support the installation, testing, commissioning, and performance improvement of new and existing electronic systems.

• Inspect contractor and supplier work and contribute to initiatives that improve asset reliability, performance, and maintenance efficiency.

About you

• Minimum 2-year Post Secondary technical degree in electronics, communications disciplines, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in maintaining electronic or communications equipment or similar systems.

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and orally. Must be able to communicate clearly and receive dispatches by radio.

• A current BC Class 5 driver’s license.

• Strong experience with computer equipment, networking diagnostic software and IT tools.

• Ability to work off site, travel to stations, work in elevated rail guideway and tunnel, climb ladders, work from height, operate a man-lift and access confined space.

• This position requires shift work (nights, weekends and holidays) for continuous operation based on 24/7 environment. Shifts will be awarded in accordance to the collective agreement shift bid process.

Hourly training Rate $49.52 /Hourly Fully-qualified Rate of Pay $58.27 / Hour

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Contractual (Fixed Term)

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.