Rail Signals Maintainer / Signalperson

Black & McDonald; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and maintenance firm in Toronto is seeking a Rail Signals Maintainer to ensure the safety and efficiency of railway signals. This role requires 10+ years of experience in rail signals & communications, and a strong understanding of electrical fundamentals. Responsibilities include testing and maintaining signals, collaborating with stakeholders, and traveling across the GTA. Candidates must have a high school diploma and valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Rail Signals & Communications.
• Knowledge of basic electronics and low-voltage AC/DC circuits.
• Clean driver's license and ability to travel across the GTA.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, test, and improve signals at way-side signal locations.
• Collaborate with local railroad customers and stakeholders.
• Travel to various sites across the GTA and Southern Ontario.

Skills

Ability to read wiring diagrams

Proficiency with multi-meter

Knowledge of rail operations

Strong time management

MS Office software proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Multi-meter

Megger

Short finder

Job description

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Civil Utilities team is growing! If you are a committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Rail Signals Maintainer is located in the GTA and typically reports directly to the Foreperson/Supervisor. Their primary focus is maintaining, testing and improving signals at way-side signal and grade crossing locations in accordance with Federal standards. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Test, maintain and improve grade crossing warning, AEI, or defect detector systems
• Loading and unloading tools and equipment to and from various vehicles and machines
• Comply with CROR standards around signalling as well as Hours-of-Service Law
• Collaborate with local railroad customers, suppliers and stakeholders
• Conduct themselves in a safe manner
• Travel to various sites across the GTA and Southern Ontario
• On-call responsibilities to respond to dispatch and Trouble Calls
• Site and ground clearing for site access as necessary
• Digging holes and trenches for cables, conduit and ducts
• Installing and levelling foundations

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Holds Self and Others Accountable
• Problem Solving and Innovation
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Values and Respects Others

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Knowledge of basic electronics and electrical fundamentals, particularly low-voltage AC and DC circuits, relay or ladder logic.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 10+ years of experience in Rail Signals & Communications

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to read wiring diagrams and use various testing equipment such as mutli-meter, megger and short finder
• Knowledge of rail operations and railroad signalling principles
• Strong time management, initiative and ability to work independently
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel for long periods of time
• Able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly
• Climb ladders and cantilever signals
• Working outside in variable weather conditions
• MS Office software proficiency
• Willing and able to travel in and around the GTA and Southern Ontario
• Valid Class G Driver’s License

Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process. Additionally, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with accessibility accommodation requirements. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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