Signal Assistant

RailWorks Corporation; Casselman; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading North American track and transit system expert as a Signal Assistant. This physically demanding role involves supporting project work and maintenance operations outdoors in all weather conditions. You will work closely with a team, ensuring safety and efficiency while operating equipment and maintaining tools. The company values collaboration and offers opportunities for career growth, making this an exciting chance to develop your skills in a supportive environment. If you are mechanically inclined and bilingual, this position could be your next career step!

Benefits

Health & Dental Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Company Pension

Competitive Vacation

Room for Advancement

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of field electrical experience required.
• Must hold a valid driver's G license.
• Experience in construction/farm environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor tasks and operate equipment.
• Maintain tools and equipment in ready-for-service condition.
• Comply with railway and PNR safe work practices.

Skills

Field Electrical Experience

Bilingual (French & English)

Mechanically Inclined

Heavy Equipment Operation

Education

Diploma in Electrical Technology/Technician

Job description

Benefits Offering

• Unionized Position: $30.94
• Health & Dental Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Pension
• Competitive Vacation
• Room for advancement provided

Position Summary

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
• Must be bilingual (French & English)
• 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.

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

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.

RailWorks is North America’s leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S. and Canada. We take on challenging projects every day and our success rely on a collaborative and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance. RailWorks also offers opportunities to grow your career, develop your skills and pursue success.

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regardto an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.