Signal Maintainer - Sault Ste, Marie, ON

Agawa Canyon Railroad ULC; Sault Ste. Marie; Presencial; CAD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive compensation and benefits

Paid on-the-job training

Descripción de la vacante

Watco is seeking a Signal Maintainer in Sault Ste. Marie, ON to inspect, test, and repair railroad signal systems and grade crossing devices. The role blends field electrical work with outdoor duties and may require after-hours response.

You will coordinate with dispatchers and track teams while maintaining safety standards. Expect on-site work with travel within the territory, occasional nights, weekends, and holidays.

Formación

• Must be 18+ with High School or GED.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and procedures.
• Capable of safe, independent field work and reporting.

Responsabilidades

• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair signals and crossing devices.
• Perform scheduled tests and document results for dispatch and safety records.
• Coordinate with dispatchers and maintenance teams; follow safety rules.

Conocimientos

Read electrical diagrams

Fault isolation

Communication

Field electrical work

Safety awareness

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Herramientas

Electrical test equipment

Descripción del empleo

Career Opportunities: Signal Maintainer - Sault Ste, Marie, ON (34064)

Requisition ID34064-Posted10/23/2026-Track Operation

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Job Summary

The Signal Maintainer inspects, tests, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs railroad signal systems and highway-rail grade crossing warning devices within an assigned territory. This position helps keep train movements and public crossings safe by performing scheduled tests, responding to equipment failures, documenting results, and coordinating work with dispatchers, operations, and other maintenance teams. The role combines field electrical and electronic work with outdoor physical work and may require after-hours response.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrate reliable attendance and respond to assigned work and service calls in a timely manner
• Inspect, test, maintain, and repair wayside signals, grade crossing warning devices, signal circuits, power supplies, batteries, wiring, and related equipment
• Perform required tests and inspections in accordance with applicable FRA regulations, company standards, and approved procedures; accurately record results and corrective actions
• Diagnose malfunctions using schematics, circuit plans, test instruments, and equipment indications; isolate faults and verify proper operation after repair
• Install, replace, adjust, and maintain signal components and associated communication circuitry as assigned
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, defects, or failures; follow established procedures to protect train movements and highway users while the condition is addressed
• Plan and complete preventive maintenance and corrective work; maintain tools, materials, equipment, and work records
• Coordinate work with dispatchers, train crews, track forces, supervisors, contractors, and other team members; communicate restrictions, testing, and return-to-service status clearly
• Follow on-track safety, roadway worker protection, electrical safety, lockout/tagout, job briefing, PPE, vehicle, and other applicable rules
• Travel within the assigned territory and work outdoors, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call periods as required by the assignment
• Perform related installation, excavation, and site maintenance tasks when required and qualified

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet applicable company driving requirements
• Ability to read electrical diagrams, technical instructions, signal plans, and test procedures; perform basic math and maintain accurate records
• Working knowledge of electrical and electronic systems, safe use of test equipment, and systematic fault isolation
• Ability to communicate clearly and work independently in the field while coordinating safely with others
• Ability to complete required railroad rules, safety, signal, and regulatory training and remain current
• Prior railroad signal experience or formal electrical/electronics training preferred; equivalent military, trade, or industrial controls experience may be considered

Education

Must be 18 years of age or older with High School or GED equivalent