Signal Electronic Technician

Join CPKC North Americas 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 youre not just building a career youre part of something bigger. Together we move goods connect people and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

CPKC is committed to safe reliable 24/7 railway operations. The Signal and Communications (S&C) team supports this mission by installing maintaining testing inspecting and repairing Train Control Systems Grade Crossing Warning Systems and related signal equipment in compliance with FRA requirements.This role also involves troubleshooting electronic systems supporting signal teams with technical issues and maintaining accurate inspection documentation.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Install maintain construct test inspect and repair Train Control Systems Grade Crossing Warning Systems and related signal apparatus in compliance with Canadian Pacific and FRA regulatory requirements
• Diagnose troubleshoot and repair electronic equipment and system failures using meters scopes computers and other test equipment
• Perform software-related tasks including diagnostics software burning uploading/downloading event log retrieval and system troubleshooting
• Manage the repair and return process for defective circuit cards and components through equipment vendors
• Complete manage and maintain required FRA test and inspection reports and documentation accurately
• Provide technical support and guidance to Signal Maintainers Signal Crews Signal Testmen and other employees as needed
• Develop and apply knowledge of Grade Crossing Warning System equipment including HXPs GCPs PMDs and Train Control Systems such as VHLCs VPIs Electro Logics and Microloks
• Work primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions while interpreting verifying and correcting Signal & Communication circuit drawings and standards as needed

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Post-secondary education preferred
• Valid FCC General Radio Telephone Operators License (GROL) or equivalent certification required such as International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET)
• Valid Drivers License required to operate a company vehicle
• Ability to respond to emergent work outside of normal working hours
• Ability to occasionally work at various heights including ladders signal masts and structures

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Performance incentive 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 drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

Background Investigation

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Professional references
• Drivers license verification and driving history

BECOMING A RAILROADER:

As an employee with a North American presence the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Management Conductor Program

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

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 provided 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: 106352
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Union
• Location: St. Paul Minnesota
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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