Rail Signal Technician – Maintenance & Safety

CPKC; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Annual fitness subsidy

Employee share purchase plan

Pension plan

Part‑time studies program

Job summary

CPKC in Laredo, Texas seeks personnel for Signal & Communications maintenance within a safety‑critical environment. You will work on signaling equipment, cables, and related infrastructure, ensuring continuous, compliant operations.

The role requires hands‑on experience, the ability to operate under varied shifts, and strict adherence to FRA rules. This position is based in Laredo with significant travel and union employment status.

Qualifications

• Hands‑on signaling and communications work.
• Commitment to safety protocols and inspections.
• Ability to work in shifts including nights/weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Dig, cable repair, assemble and install signal equipment, pole line work.
• Repair and/or replace damaged equipment, test and verify operation of S&C systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all S&C apparatus; conduct inspections and testing.
• Report problems or unsafe conditions; ensure adequate materials are available.
• Make corrections and modifications; align with safety rules and policies.

Skills

S&C maintenance

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

CPKC in Laredo, Texas seeks personnel for Signal & Communications maintenance within a safety‑critical environment. You will work on signaling equipment, cables, and related infrastructure, ensuring continuous, compliant operations.

The role requires hands‑on experience, the ability to operate under varied shifts, and strict adherence to FRA rules. This position is based in Laredo with significant travel and union employment status.