VIA Rail hiring Station Service Attendants in Toronto, pay up to $31.80 an hour
VIA Rail seeks part-time Station Service Attendants in Toronto. Pay ranges from $27.48 to $31.80 an hour, no postsecondary degree required. Apply by Jan. 18, 2026.
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By Torontoer Staff
VIA Rail is recruiting part-time Station Service Attendants/Counter Sales Agents in Toronto, offering pay from $27.48 to $31.80 an hour. The roles are entry friendly, requiring a high school diploma and customer service experience, not a university or college degree.
Successful applicants will be based primarily at Union Station, with occasional shifts at Oshawa and Oakville. The posting guarantees 20 hours of work per week, with the potential to increase to 40. Shifts vary between 5:45 a.m. and midnight, and include weekends and holidays. The application deadline is January 18, 2026.
What the role involves
Station Service Attendants handle customer-facing tasks in the station and on platforms. The work combines sales, operational duties and physical handling of baggage and equipment.
- Create and modify reservations using VIA Rail computer systems
- Check tickets and assist passengers with boarding and enquiries
- Announce and provide information about arrivals, departures and delays
- Maintain station cleanliness and public areas
- Handle luggage, parcels and sports equipment
- Work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Operate motorized vehicles in tight spaces
Compensation, hours and locations
The pay range is $27.48 to $31.80 an hour. The role guarantees 20 hours of paid work weekly, with the possibility of expanding to full-time hours. Shifts are variable, covering early mornings to late evenings, and include weekend and holiday coverage.
Most shifts are at Toronto's Union Station. Employees should expect occasional assignments at nearby stations in Oshawa and Oakville.
Qualifications and physical requirements
The posting sets out clear minimum requirements that focus on customer service ability and physical capacity. VIA Rail is looking for candidates who can perform front-line duties and handle luggage safely.
- High school diploma
- At least one year of customer service experience
- Ability to repeatedly lift items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Fluency in English and French
- A valid driver’s licence
You must be able to repeatedly lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
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How to apply and practical tips
Applications are submitted through VIA Rail’s careers portal. The closing date for this posting is January 18, 2026. Candidates should apply before the deadline and ensure their resume highlights relevant experience.
- Emphasise customer service roles, especially in busy or public settings
- Note any bilingual experience and specific language levels
- Describe experience handling luggage, parcels or operating small vehicles
- Include a clear summary of availability for variable hours, weekends and holidays
If you meet the listed requirements and can work a flexible schedule, this position provides an accessible entry into rail operations with competitive hourly pay and room to increase hours.
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