Signals & Communications Helper
Canadian Pacific Railway
- Moosomin, SK
- $26.51 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Trenching, cable distribution, housing installation, assembly of signal equipment, wiring of signal equipment, pole line work
- Work with Track Renewal groups protecting the Signal & Communications (S&C) equipment
- At times you are required to repair or replace damaged equipment
- Moderate to heavy physical labour on an assigned area of track. This work involves:
- Shoveling
- Signal equipment installation
- Install ground systems
- Electrical connection of rail reporting the color of the signal
- Climbing poles
- Pole line repair
- Walking on uneven ground
- 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
- Employees must remain focused at all times and be willing to work in a team environment
- The work location is outdoors and, therefore, you will be working in all weather conditions (rain, direct sunlight, snow etc.)
- May be required to be away from home.
- Test and verify the correct operation of Signal & Communications (S&C) systems and equipment on your assigned territory
- Perform preventive maintenance on all S&C apparatus
- Make inspections and tests as required on each device
- Repair or replace defective devices
- Investigate and locate problems or failures and take the proper corrective action
- Plan own work and co-ordinate it with others
- Ensure there is enough material on hand to permit work or repairs to be completed without undue delay
- Install apparatus in accordance with prepared circuit drawings and standards;
- Make authorized corrections and modifications to circuits and enter the changes on plans
- Prepare and submit reports, time sheets and handle general correspondence
- This position is on call to protect failures in the off hours
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school or a General Equivalency Diploma is required
- Valid driver's license is required
- Education or experience in Electronics/Electrical is considered an asset
- Commercial Vehicle and/or air brake license (DZ) is considered an asset
- A safety-oriented work ethic supported by experience within the labour industry
- The ability to follow instructions, rules and regulations is essential written and verbal communications skills
- Ability to work as a valuable member of a team, and must be comfortable working alone
- Good written and verbal communication/comprehension skills are essential
- Position requires frequent travel in and out of province
- Must have ability to relocate within District 3
- Competitive benefits package
- Competitive company pension plan
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Annual Fitness Subsidy
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. You will also be required to complete additional drug & alcohol testing prior to qualification for this position.Background Investigation:The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:
- Criminal history check
- Reference check
- Education verification
- Driver's license verification
- Req ID: 102275
- Department: Engineering
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Position Type: Union
- Location: Saskatchewan wide, Saskatchewan
- Country: Canada
- % of Travel: 70-80%
- # of Positions: 4
- Compensation Rate: $26.51 per hour
- Job Available to: Internal & External