Signals & Communications Technician

Canadian Pacific Railway; Chapleau; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Pension plan

Employee share purchase plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Job summary

CPKC is seeking an experienced S&C Technician to join our Signals and Communications team. You will diagnose, repair, and tune S&C systems to ensure safe train operations across the territory, working with electronic testing tools and vendors as needed.

You will install, test, and maintain equipment, generate reports, and adhere to safety protocols while troubleshooting complex circuits. The role requires strong communication and a commitment to safety in all weather conditions and locations.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Electronics/technologist training from a recognized technical college is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays; all weather conditions.
• Occasional travel/remote locations.
• Strong communication skills and safety commitment.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot with electronic testing tools.
• Diagnose malfunctions down to circuit board level.
• Coordinate repairs with vendors for faulty boards/components.
• Use computers for diagnostics, software tasks, and logs.
• Test, inspect, and repair equipment per industry standards.
• Document test results and inspection findings in reports.
• Provide technical and field support for networks and maintenance operations.
• Follow railway safety rules and procedures.
• Learn to interpret S&C circuit drawings and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Electronics/technologist training

Tools

Electronic testing tools

Circuit drawings interpretation

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S. Canada and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Our dynamic Signals and Communications (S&C) team plays a vital role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of trains. As an S&C Technician, you will be a key member of a high-performing team dedicated to maintaining S&C systems in alignment with established standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring the safe operation of trains throughout the territory. Your responsibilities will include diagnosing system malfunctions, performing critical repairs, and fine-tuning signal equipment to enhance reliability and uphold safety standards.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Utilize electronic testing tools to install, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment issues
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions down to the circuit board level
• Collaborate with vendors to arrange repairs for faulty circuit boards and components
• Operate computers to perform diagnostics, manage software-related tasks, and extract system logs
• Conduct testing, inspection, and repair of equipment in compliance with industry standards
• Create comprehensive reports documenting test results and inspection findings
• Offer technical and field support for corporate data networks and other maintenance operations
• Adhere to Railway Operating Rules, safety protocols, policies, and best practices
• Develop expertise in interpreting S&C circuit drawings and standards

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Electronics and/or technologist training from a recognized technical college is a plus
• Valid driver’s license
• Available to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays in all weather conditions
• Occasionally work away from home, frequently in remote and secluded location
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills by conveying information to team members and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner
• Maintain a strong commitment to safety by consistently following protocols and staying vigilant to protect the wellbeing of all team members

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Annual fitness subsidy

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Medical and Drug Testing

This is a safety sensitive position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Driver’s license verification and driving history

CULTURE OF INCLUSION:

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provide, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).