Signals & Communications Technician

**PURPOSE OF THE POSITION**:
As the Signals & Communications Maintenance Technician you are accountable for the on-going maintenance of Signals & Communications (S&C) systems in accordance with S&C Standards and Regulatory requirements to permit the safe operation of trains on the territory.

**POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES**:

- Use digital & analog multi-meters, oscilloscopes, and common electronic test instrument for the installation, maintenance and to diagnose equipment problems and failures
- Troubleshoot Signals & Communications (S&C) equipment to circuit board level
- Facilitate repair and return of defective circuit cards and components through equipment vendors
- Use computers for diagnostics in troubleshooting electronic equipment, software burning, software uploading/downloading, downloading event logs, and other various functions
- Test, inspect, and make necessary equipment repairs per S&C & Industry standards
- Manage and document applicable CPKC test and inspection reports
- Provide field & technical support as required in managed corporate data networks and in other S&C Maintenance territories
- Become familiar with S&C circuit drawings and standards
- An emphasis on safety is critical for all employees. This can be a high risk environment as you will be working around heavy moving equipment
- Will be required to be away from home on an infrequent basis
- Moderate to heavy physical labour. This work involves:

- Long distance driving
- Lift/carry, push/pull 50+ pounds
- Bending, stooping & standing
- Climb vertical ladders, stairs, ramps & getting on & off of track equipment
- Walk on uneven surfaces such as rocks for extended periods of time and for long distances
- Reach above shoulders
- Sitting for long periods occasionally
- Work at height on ladders, scaffolding occasionally
- Occasional exposures to dust, fumes and gasses.

**POSITION REQUIREMENTS**:

- Technician or Technologist Diploma in Communications or Electronics from a recognized technical college
- Valid driver’s license is required
- A Class 3 license and air brake qualification would be an asset
- Ability to respond for emergent work past normal working hour
- Previous railroad experience is preferred
- A safety-oriented work ethic supported by experience performing labour in an outdoor work environment
- The ability to follow instructions, rules and regulations is essential
- Ability to work as a valuable member of a team
- Good written and verbal communication/comprehension skills are essential
- Ability to travel alone and work independently at times in incumbent weather conditions
- Also essential to this position is a desire to:

- work shifts and overtime (including weekends if necessary)
- work outside in all weather conditions
- work away from home on an occasional basis, often in remote and isolated areas

**WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER**:

- Flexible and competitive benefits package
- Competitive company pension plan
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Annual Fitness Subsidy
- Part-time Studies Program

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**:
**Medical Requirements**:
**Background Investigation**:

- Criminal history check
- Reference check
- Driver’s license verification
- Req ID: 104129
- Department: Engineering
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Position Type: Union
- Location: Midhurst, Ontario
- Country: Canada
- % of Travel: 30-40%
- # of Positions: 1
- Job Available to: External