Signal Maintainer

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 change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

CPKC's Engineering Operations department, the Signals & Communications unit comprising of Construction and Maintenance. Signalman and Signal Maintainers are key in performing FRA regulatory tests and inspections on signal systems. Their responsibilities include installing, repairing, and maintaining various equipment like signals, lights, switch machines, and more. Roles typically involve a Monday to Friday schedule with potential on-call duties. Depending on experience, individuals may hold positions from Assistant Signalman to Signalman or Qualified Signal Maintainer. CPKC operates round the clock, year-round, ensuring seamless railway operations in the Engineering Operations domain.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Personnel work mostly alone on a specified assigned territory by the Supervisors where the job can occasionally be physically demanding
• Align with Company & Regulatory Rules and Policies
• Digging, cable repair, housing keeping, assembly of signal equipment, wiring of signal equipment, pole line work
• Repair and/or replace damaged equipment, test and verify accurate 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
• Ensure there is enough material on hand to permit work or repairs to be completed without undue delay
• Only make authorized corrections and modifications.
• Other general duties include cable locates, painting, and housekeeping of signal housings & equipment; climb on ladders

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid driver's license to operate company vehicle: Commercial driver’s licenses is an asset
• Acquire certifications in CPKC's safety rules and medical card
• Available to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays in all weather conditions
• Proven knowledge and understanding of signaling systems from railroad or related industry
• Proficient in communication (ability to provide clear and concise instructions/directions)
• An emphasis on safety is essential for all employees. This is a high-risk environment - working around heavy moving equipment

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

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 or regulated drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

Background Investigation

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Driver’s license verification and driving history
• Social Security Number verification
• Department of Transportation Background Check 40.25 Form

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

• Req ID: 104355
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Union
• Location: Minot, North Dakota
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 1
• Compensation Rate: $34.93 - $41.55 per hour
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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