Job Description

Marketing Statement

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Join a company that has been a part of moving Metro Vancouver for over 35 years.



British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) maintains and operates the Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines from our central facilities in south Burnaby. Our services connect downtown Vancouver to the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody and Surrey. With the future expansion of both the Expo and Millennium Lines gathering pace, infrastructure renewal and new asset acquisition projects underway, this is an exciting time to join our team of over 1,200 dedicated employees, working on one of the longest fully-automated rapid transit systems in the world.



Our work encompasses roles such as administration, engineering, elevator and escalator maintenance, field operations, vehicle maintenance, and wayside (station and guideway) maintenance.



When you work for SkyTrain, not only will you help move Metro Vancouver, you will also have access to comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, medical benefits, transit passes, training and more. We are a proud equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.



Come explore what makes us one of BC's Top Employers!

Responsibilities

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OVERALL PURPOSE:



The Sr. Draftsperson specific areas of responsibility include the coordinating of workload while providing guidance in the reviewing, and revising, related to technical drawings. Provide recommendations on improvements such as control management from rough sketches or instructions, involving mechanical, electrical, electronics, architectural and civil disciplines, including, but not limited to: fabrication and installation drawings, cross sections, three dimensional sketches, component layout diagrams, maps, and wiring schematics. Provides mentoring/guidance on all aspects of Drafting job-related duties.



MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:



Provides insight and mentoring to the drafts people in the development and design drawings according to engineering sketches and proposal specifications, while adhering to the BCRTC Drafting Standards.



Supports the Drafts people in the digitization, edits, and revising of engineering drawing components, parts, circuits, structures and/or assemblies. Makes and approves engineering computations, mathematical calculations, determines scales, and prepares or revises specifications.



Provides guidance to the Drafts people in the creation, modifications, storing of CAD and related files.



Ensures the Drafts people are adhering to the standards necessary to maintain our business certifications and to maintain good quality standards and practices associated with them.



Supports the Drafts people to ensure they liaise with the Technical Library staff, providing guidance on what drawings supersede identified on project infrastructures.



Provides support on the review of red-lined drawings provided by Capital projects as well as oversees the revision of existing drawings to reflect changes, modifications, and as-built status.



Provides guidance to the Drafts people on the exchange of drawing information from other divisions of TransLink or project consultants, prepares drawings with other divisions as required, through a clear communication, both verbal and written.



Oversees the updates of the in-house document numbering system for both Wayside and Vehicles with Engineering and Maintenance.



Performs related duties as assigned, such being items of a minor nature which do not affect the value of the job.

Qualifications

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EDUCATION:



Diploma from a technical institute in drafting technology including CAD courses.



EXPERIENCES:



Requires 3 years of relevant drafting experience in a CAD environment with electronics, architectural and civil engineering requirements, including some graphic art experience. Plus, up to 1 year on the job to become familiar with the company's drafting requirements, computer assisted drafting techniques and the company's graphic arts standards and requirements.

Other Information

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Experience with AutoCAD and SolidWorks is considered an asset.


Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.

Work Schedule

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40 hours per week.

Work Designation

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Resident



This position works predominately on-site.

Rate of Pay

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Wage: $47.75 per hour



Please note: All new employees will be subject to a 6-week trainee rate at 75% of the hourly rate.



The Total Compensation Package includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan. Focus on your development through tuition reimbursement, training, and mentorship programs. Enjoy a variety of health and wellness programs, including access to gym facilities. Speak to us to know more about what we offer.

How to Apply

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Please click the 'Apply' button at the top right corner or go to http://www.translink.ca/careers to apply for this position and view instructions on the process.



INSTRUCTIONS: Please save your (1) cover letter, and your (2) resume as one pdf document prior to uploading your application on-line.



Posting Date: September 05, 2025

Closing Date: Open until filled



Please note that only those short listed will be contacted.



Having trouble applying? Please view the System Requirements & FAQ's by going to http://www.translink.ca/careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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SkyTrain is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to to equity, diversity and inclusion.



Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at jobs@translink.ca.