Signals & Communications Technician
Canadian Pacific Railway
- Regina, SK
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 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 CP test and inspection reports
- Provide field & technical support as required in managed corporate data networks and in other S&C Maintenance territories
- Acquire, apply and comply Railway Operating Rules; Safety Rules & Polices; S&C requirements and recommended practices
- 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.
- 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 CP test and inspection reports
- Provide field & technical support as required in managed corporate data networks and in other S&C Maintenance territories
- Acquire, apply and comply Railway Operating Rules; Safety Rules & Polices; S&C requirements and recommended practices
- 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.
- Flexible and competitive benefits package
- Competitive company pension plan
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Annual Fitness Subsidy
- Part-time Studies Program
Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. Our commitment is to protect our people, customers, communities in which we operate, the environment and our assets. We are also committed to a healthy and safe workplace. CPKC's Alcohol and Drug Policy and Procedures (“Policy and Procedures”) support these commitments. All new hires for a safety sensitive position will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessment. Pre-employment qualification drug test(s) are also required. This includes candidates participating in the Trainee Program who will also be required to pass a drug test during the training process before receiving final qualification for the position.Background Investigation:The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:
- Criminal history check
- Education verification
- Driver's License Verification
- Req ID: 102510
- Department: Engineering
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Position Type: Union
- Location: Regina, Saskatchewan
- Country: Canada
- # of Positions: 1
- Job Available to: Internal & External