Supervisor of Signals & Communications

Canadian Pacific Railway; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading railroad company in Kamloops is seeking a Supervisor of Signals & Communications to coordinate maintenance and construction activities. This role involves mentoring junior staff, ensuring operational compliance, and overseeing day-to-day operations in a dynamic environment. Candidates should have extensive experience in signal construction, strong communication skills, and proficiency in SAP. A comprehensive benefits package and potential for career growth are offered.

Benefits

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Performance Incentive Plan

Annual Fitness Subsidy

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of combined experience in signal construction and maintenance in railroad industry.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Strong understanding of CPKC's Red Book requirements and signal equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities between maintenance and construction teams.
• Evaluate and approve new S&C systems for operational readiness.
• Mentor and coach junior S&C employees.
• Investigate and resolve radio interference issues.
• Oversee day-to-day operations at the Radio Shop.

Skills

Signal construction experience

Knowledge of electrical systems

Proficiency in SAP

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electronics technology degree/certification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)

Job description

Overview

Supervisor of Signals & Communications

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 changes. Your future starts here.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities between maintenance and construction teams to ensure seamless operations, optimize productivity, and deliver high efficiency in workflows
• Evaluate and approve the entry into service of new or modified S&C systems, including voice recorders, narrow band systems, and data circuits, ensuring compliance and operational readiness
• Mentor and coach junior S&C employees by providing technical guidance and building expertise to enhance team capability and performance
• Maintain and update the S&C Alerts database, ensure accurate documentation of field action taken and promote robust record-keeping processes
• Investigate and resolve radio interference issues impacting CPKC radio systems, ensuring reliable communication across rail operations
• Oversee day-to-day operations at the Radio Shop, manage workflows, prioritize work activities, and sustain operational excellence
• Collaborate proactively with regulatory agencies and external stakeholders, such as local municipal governments, Radio Amateurs of Canada, Transport Canada and other railroads, to ensure system compliance and resolve any issues efficiently
• Conduct electrical installations and mechanical testing of S&C equipment, diagnose and repair systems to uphold safety and operational standards
• Demonstrate adaptability and dependability in supporting a 24 / 7 operating environment, responding promptly to emergencies to minimize service disruptions
• Operate in a 100% field-based position, with exposure to diverse and changing working conditions both indoors and outdoors

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general equivalency; an electronics technology degree / certification from an accredited technical institute is a value add
• Minimum of 2 years of combined experience in signal construction and maintenance in railroad industry
• Valid driver’s license
• Strong understanding of CPKC’s Red Book requirements, required practices, standard plans, and signal equipment & principals
• Working knowledge of both signals and communications circuit designs, to assist in troubleshooting
• Knowledge and comprehension of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Collective Agreement
• Proficiency with SAP, Rail Tasker and Microsoft Office applications (Excel and Word)
• Proven ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats, ensuring clarity, professionalism, and successful information exchange

What CPKC Has to Offer

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and / or retirement plans
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive 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
• Professional references
• Driver’s license verification and driving history

Becoming a Railroader

As an employee with a North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Management Conductor Program

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification / qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

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 provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

• Job Type : Full-Time
• Position Type : Non-Union
• Country : Canada
• of Travel : 60-70%
• of Positions : 1
• Job Grade : 5
• Job Available to : Internal & External
• LI-ONSITE

Location

Kamloops, British Columbia, CA, V2C 3L9 Vancouver 1, British Columbia, CA, V5L 4C1