Signal Maintainer

Ontario Northland; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation agency in Northeastern Ontario is seeking a Signal Maintainer to perform maintenance and repairs on signal systems. This full-time role involves routine travel for emergency repairs, requiring strong electrical aptitude and a valid Ontario driver's license. Ideal for self-starters passionate about transportation safety, with excellent benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefit package

Defined benefit pension plan

Paid vacation

Discounted transportation services

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Ontario G driver's license.
• Experience in a railway environment is an asset.
• Willingness to receive training in railway signaling.

Responsibilities

• Constructs, maintains, and repairs designated signal equipment.
• Carries out scheduled system tests and maintains records.
• Responds to emergency repair situations during and after hours.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Motivated self-starter

Basic personal computer skills

Education

Secondary School Diploma or GED

Certificate from Railway Signal Training course

Job description

POSITION

Signal Maintainer (Project & Relieving)

REPORTS TO

Supervisor, Signals & Communications

DEPARTMENT

Rail Infrastructure

LOCATION

Cochrane

REFERENCE

200-82D-26

RATE OF PAY

$30.14 per hour Apprentice Rate (with increases based on school)
$39.54 per hour certified

WHO WE ARE

Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a modern, forward‑thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve. With over 1000 skilled professionals, we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations. We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along with a competitive salary, excellent benefit package, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.

ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT

The Signal Maintainer (Relieving) is a permanent full‑time position. This role will be assigned to perform a wide range of signal work across the system “as and where required” and to assist with capital project support, vacation, illness, and peak workloads. In addition, they will also be assigned responsibility for specific equipment within their headquarters. Applicants should be aware of the requirement for routine travel away from their headquarters and overnight stays as per the collective agreement.

MAJOR DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Constructs, maintains and repairs designated signal equipment (track signal circuits) as assigned
• Carries out scheduled system tests, record results and maintain records as required
• Assists in the installation, removal or alteration of various signal appliances or their associated track circuitry as required
• Responds to emergency repair situations during and after regular working hours, sometimes on holidays and weekends
• Signals maintainers must be in good physical condition to perform job duties outdoors in all types of weather conditions

REQUIREMENTS

• Secondary School Diploma or GED
• Strong aptitude for the electrical/ electronic field
• Preference will be given to applicants with a current certificate of training from a recognized Railway Signal Training course or those possessing a college/university diploma/degree in the electrical/electronic field
• Applicants must be motivated self‑starters, capable of working alone or in a group
• Must possess a valid Ontario G driver’s license
• Basic personal computer skills an asset
• Valid passport with the ability to travel to the USA for training
• Must have the ability to travel 90% of the time if required
• Experience working in a railway environment an asset
• Applicant must demonstrate willingness to receive training as deemed necessary in the field of railway signaling. This is considered a safety‑sensitive position; therefore applicants must pass Transport Canada mandated medical examinations including testing for color vision & hearing acuity
• Ability to understand/pass Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR), safety rules and any other rules deemed necessary by the company
• Committed to Company Health and Safety

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.

CLOSING DATE

November 16, 2025, no later than 11:59 p.m

APPLYING

Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number. Visit our career website to apply: https://www.ontarionorthland.ca/en/careers

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity. We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.

ACCESSIBILITY

Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier‑free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

FRANÇAIS

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