Signal & Rail Systems Technician (Flexible Shifts)

Canadian Pacific Railway; Thief River Falls (MN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Pension/retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Job summary

CPKC is seeking skilled Signal and Communications personnel to support continuous railway operations. The role involves installing, repairing, and maintaining signals, crossing lights, switch machines, and related equipment, with FRA testing and inspections as required.

Depending on experience, positions range from Assistant Signalman to Qualified Signal Maintainer. Candidates must have a high school diploma, 3+ years in S&C, and complete a certified railroad signal training program; CDL

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• 3+ years of hands-on S&C maintenance experience.
• Completion of a certified railroad signal training program.
• CPKC safety rules certifications and medical card.
• Valid driver's license; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dig, cable repair, assemble and install signal equipment, pole line work.
• Repair or replace damaged equipment, test and verify S&C operation.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all S&C apparatus.
• Conduct inspections and testing on devices as required.
• Report problems or unsafe conditions; ensure parts availability.
• Make authorized corrections and modifications.
• Adhere to safety and regulatory rules for operations.
• Other duties such as cable locates, painting, housekeeping, and ladders.

Skills

Communication

Safety focused

Flexibility

Teamwork

Dependability

Education

HS Diploma

Railroad signaling training

Safety certifications

Job description

CPKC is seeking skilled Signal and Communications personnel to support continuous railway operations. The role involves installing, repairing, and maintaining signals, crossing lights, switch machines, and related equipment, with FRA testing and inspections as required.

Depending on experience, positions range from Assistant Signalman to Qualified Signal Maintainer. Candidates must have a high school diploma, 3+ years in S&C, and complete a certified railroad signal training program; CDL