Signals & Communications Helper

CP; Canada; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company is seeking a Signal Maintainer Apprentice to perform maintenance and repair for S&C systems. This role involves outdoor physical labor, teamwork, and travel within District 3. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and have safety-oriented work ethics, with opportunities for career advancement after training.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Experience in the labor industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform trenching, cable distribution, and signal equipment installation.
• Collaborate with Track Renewal teams and address equipment issues.
• Maintain and repair S&C systems after training.

Skills

Communication

Safety-oriented work ethic

Ability to work independently

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Electronics/Electrical education

Tools

Commercial Vehicle License (DZ)

Air Brake License

Job description

Position Overview:

This role involves trenching, cable distribution, housing installation, assembly and wiring of signal equipment, and pole line work. You will collaborate with Track Renewal teams to protect Signal & Communications (S&C) equipment, and may be required to repair or replace damaged equipment. The work involves moderate to heavy physical labor on track, including shoveling, installing ground systems, electrical connections, climbing poles, pole line repair, and walking on uneven ground.

Safety is a critical priority, as the environment can be high risk due to working around heavy, moving equipment. Employees must remain focused, work well in teams, and be prepared to work outdoors in all weather conditions. There may be travel requirements, including being away from home.

During training, employees are classified as S&C Helper earning $26.51/hour. Upon successful completion of training, employees can bid for a Signal Maintainer Apprentice position. After completing the program, the role involves testing, maintaining, inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing S&C systems, planning work, managing materials, installing equipment, making corrections, and handling reports and correspondence. The position is on call to address failures outside regular hours.

Position Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid driver’s license required
• Electronics/Electrical education or experience is an asset
• Commercial Vehicle and/or air brake license (DZ) is an asset
• Safety-oriented work ethic and experience in labor industry
• Ability to follow instructions, rules, and regulations
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to travel frequently and relocate within District 3