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Job ID: 14004949
 
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Job Title:Signal Maintainer
Work Type:Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: Other, Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular
 
Salary Offered:$29.18 - $34.88 Hourly
Benefits:Unspecified.
 
Physical Required:Unspecified
Drug Testing Required:Unspecified
Education Required:High School Diploma/GED
Experience Required:Unspecified
 
Required Skills:
Please see the job description for information about required job skills.
Preferred Skills:
 
Job Description:
Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves!Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico.Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network.Visit cpkcr.com tolearn about the CPKCadvantage, our purpose and culture.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
This is an exciting opportunity to join CPKC as a Signal Maintainer, CPKC operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, and 365 days a year. Within the Department of Engineering Operations, there are two facets component in Signals & Communications: Construction and Maintenance.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Signalman and Signal Maintainers work mostly alone on aspecified assigned territory by the Supervisors where the job can occasionally be physically demanding
Signalman and Signal Maintainers are primarily responsible for performing FRA regulatory test and inspection of the signals systems. They will also install, repair and maintain various equipment such as: signals, lights, switch machines, electrical switch locks, switch circuit controllers, as well as crossing warning devices
Other general duties include cable locates, painting and housekeeping of signal housings & equipment
Climb and troubleshoot signal structures and make electrical connections
The role of Signal Maintainer is an important link between ensuring compliance with FRA regulations and customer satisfaction while achieving the safest most efficient railroad operations
Typical schedule is Monday - Friday with subject to call
Activities by instruction and supervision of crew foreman:
Work Safe Practices
Comply with Company & Regulatory Rules and Policies
Digging, cable repair, housing keeping, assembly of signal equipment, wiring of signal equipment, pole line work
Repair or replace damaged equipment.
Test and verify correct operation of S&C systems and equipment
Perform preventive maintenance on all S&C apparatus
Make inspections and tests as required on each device
Report problems; failures or unsafe conditions
Plan his/her own work and coordinate it with the work of others
Ensure there is enough material on hand to permit work or repairs to be completed without undue delay
Only make authorized corrections and modifications
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be able to work outdoors and adverse weather condition. Work experience with heavy equipment such as abackhoe, trencher would be an asset
Must have previous working knowledge of signaling systems from railroad or related industry
Must have a valid driver's license
Ability to obtain medical card
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
Flexible and competitive benefits package
Employer Funded Retirement Plan
Annual Fitness Subsidy
Part-time Studies Program
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Medical Requirements:
CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public.This position is asafety criticalall new hires will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessments. Qualification drug test(s) are also required.
Background Investigation:
The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:
Criminal history check
Driver's License Verification
Last 3 years of driving history
Last 7 years of employment history; includes military service
Social Security number verification
CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Req ID: 101788
Department: Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Union
Location: Hastings, Minnesota
Country: United States
% of Travel: 0-10%
# of Positions: 1
Compensation Rate: $29.18 - 34.88
Job Available to: Internal & External

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 Colour (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)”.

Refer to ID 78835034 when applying