Signals & Communications Technician — Field & Safety Specialist

Canadian Pacific Railway

Chapleau

On-site

CAD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+
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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

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.

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