SIGNAL ASSISTANT

RailWorks Corporation; Canada; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation services company in Canada seeks a dedicated Signal Assistant to support project work and maintenance operations. This role involves general labor tasks, outdoor work in all weather conditions, and requires strong mechanical skills. Candidates should have field electrical experience and a valid driver’s G license. The position is safety sensitive and includes compliance with drug testing. Join a committed organization focused on equitable and inclusive workplace practices.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of field electrical experience is required.
• Must hold a valid driver’s G license.
• Previous experience in project work or construction environment is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor tasks and operate equipment.
• Maintain tools and equipment in service condition.
• Work cooperatively with Signal Maintainers.

Skills

Field electrical experience

Valid driver’s G license

Mechanically inclined

Experience with heavy equipment

Education

Diploma in Electrical Technology/Technician

Job description

Reporting to the Signal Supervisor, The Signal Assistant will be supporting project work and/or the maintenance operations. The work is physically demanding and performed outdoors in a field environment, near live track during nights and days, in all weather conditions.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform general labor tasks as necessary including operating equipment.
• Maintain tools and equipment in ready-for-service condition.
• Perform special duties as assigned by the Signal Supervisor, Leading Signal Maintainer or Signal Maintainer.
• Work cooperatively with other Signal Maintainers on project work and supporting the maintenance operations.
• Comply with railway and PNR safe work practices and signal work procedures.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 1-2 years of field electrical experience
• Must hold a valid driver’s G license
• Previous experience in project work and/or in a construction/farm environment required
• Mechanically inclined to work with and fix small gas engines
• Experience with heavy equipment (backhoe/skid steers) or cranes/boom trucks an asset
• Diploma is an asset in Electrical Technology/Technician but not required

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Work is outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Exposure to live track/trains and high voltage.
• Work is safety sensitive and protective equipment is required.
• Travel to work sites is required.

Federal DOT Compliance

As a US Department of Transportation contractor, RailWorks is required to comply with all current Federal DOT regulations, including drug testing. At this time, Federal DOT drug tests do not allow for the use of marijuana, even in states that allow medical and/or recreational use. Accordingly, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test that includes marijuana prior to being hired.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.

PNR RailWorks is committed to fostering an equitable, accessible, and inclusive workplace. As such, PNR RailWorks will ensure reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process, including the interview. If selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be confidentially made to a member of the recruitment team who will arrange in advance for reasonable and appropriate accommodation for fair and equitable assessment throughout the process.