Radio Technician (Rail Radio)

Metrolinx; Toronto; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Metrolinx is seeking a Radio Technician to support radio communications across the Metrolinx Operating Area. You will diagnose issues, perform maintenance, and participate in system upgrades while adhering to railway safety regulations.

Based at Willowbrook Rail Yard in Etobicoke, the role features a night shift with start rate of $40.98 per hour and opportunities to contribute to GO Expansion and related projects at our facilities and rail yards.

Qualifications

• 2-year diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technician or equivalent.
• Experience in digital trunked radio, wireless voice/data systems.
• Valid Ontario G driver's license with good driving record.
• First Aid and CPR certifications required.
• Follow health and safety policies and training.

Responsibilities

• Respond to equipment failures and provide technical support at rail facilities and operational locations.
• Perform preventative maintenance on a scheduled basis.
• Diagnose and resolve radio communication issues using RF test equipment and troubleshooting procedures.
• Assist with radio system upgrades, firmware updates, and new communication technologies.
• Investigate reported radio failures and incidents, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Install, configure, program, and commission radio communication equipment.
• Participate in Joint Health and Safety committee when required.
• Adhere to railway safety regulations and maintenance procedures.

Skills

Radio communications tech

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Health & safety

Ontario G license

First Aid & CPR

Education

Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technician diploma

Tools

RF test equipment

Diagnostic tools

Firmware updates

Job description

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

At Metrolinx, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward and playing as a team.

Our Radio Systems Office under Corridor Maintenance is seeking a Radio Technician to join the Radio Systems Team for providing radio communications across the Metrolinx Operating Area.

Shift Details
Location: Willowbrook Rail Yard, 125 Judson St., Etobicoke
Shift Days: Monday to Friday
Shift Hours: 12:00am-8:00am
Off Days: Saturday & Sunday
Start Rate (Non-negotiable): $40.98 per hour

Note: You may be required to work other shifts at different locations occasionally as business needs dictate.

What will I be doing?

• Responding to equipment failures and providing technical support at rail maintenance facilities, rail yards, live revenue service equipment, and other operational locations.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance on a scheduled basis.
• Diagnose and resolve radio communication issues using specialized RF test equipment, diagnostic tools, and established troubleshooting procedures.
• Participate in the implementation of radio system upgrades, equipment modifications, firmware updates, and new communication technologies.
• Assist with investigating reported radio communication failures and operational incidents, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Installing, configuring, programming, and commissioning radio communication equipment.
• Participate in Joint Health and Safety committee when required.
• Adhering to railway safety regulations, established maintenance procedures, and organizational health and safety policies.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Knowledge of digital trunked radio communications technology, radio and wireless voice and data transmission as well as data and telecommunications, normally obtained by a 2-year diploma program for Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technician, OR an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Experience in the communications field, with demonstrated administrative and troubleshooting skills with digital trunked radio, voice and data radio, wireless communications systems, microwave, telecommunications, and data networking.
• Knowledgeable in health, safety, and the environment practices in the workplace.
• Must fulfil the following requirements:
  • Possess a valid Ontario Class "G" driver’s licence; meet corporate standard for a good driving record and necessary approvals.
  • Obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certifications.
  • Successfully complete environmental, safety and any other training required by corporate policy
  • Obtain job related certifications, as required.
• Good interpersonal, oral, and written communications skills as well as attention to detail.

Accommodation:

Metrolinx is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are also committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require assistance or an accommodation at any point during the hiring process, please contact us at: 416-202-5601 or email [e-mail].

WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.

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