Wayside Signal Maintainer (Saskatoon)

Wayside Signal Maintainer (Saskatoon)

29 Aug
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CDL Group of Companies
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Saskatoon

29 Aug

CDL Group of Companies

Saskatoon

Benefits Include:

- Health, dental and vision.
- Vacation pay.
- Employee referral bonuses.

Summary A Railroad Wayside Signal Maintainer for CDL is responsible for testing, maintaining, and improving signal systems at grade crossings and way-side signal locations in accordance with Transport Canada and CDL standards. Alacrity, Dependability, Pride, Ownership, Teamwork and having a Safety Mindset are the hallmarks of a top performer in this job. A Signal Maintainer will be evaluated in 5 basic areas:

- Safety
- Maintenance & Improvements
- Testing & Inspections
- Trouble Calls & Troubleshooting
- Team Player

Required Experiences:

- Knowledge of basic electronics and electrical fundamentals with an emphasis in low- voltage AC & DC circuits and relay or ladder logic. Must be able to read wiring diagrams and use various testing equipment i.e. multi-meter, megger and short finder.
- Knowledge of rail operations generally and railroad signaling principals specifically. The focus of a Signal Maintainer will be grade crossing warning systems, defect detectors and AEI readers and possibly radio communications.
- Signal maintaining is a largely independent job thus good time management and personal initiative are essential.
- Must be proficient with a personal computer and the MS Office line of products.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent unless otherwise approved by upper management.

Preferred Experience:

- Holds a valid certificate as a Signals and Communication Maintainer issued from a recognized railway or third party.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Responsible for testing, maintaining, and improving grade crossing warning, AEI,



or defect detector systems on an assigned territory.
- Willing to be On-Call much of the time and respond to dispatch and supervisor Trouble Calls in a timely manner.
- Understand and comply with CROR rules and regulations around railroad signaling, including the Hours-of-Service Law.
- Be responsible for all paperwork and retention schedules. Paperwork can include testing records, HOS forms, timesheets, material handling forms and trouble tickets.
- Foster good relationships with local railroad customers and suppliers
- Be a team player willing to help on other territories and railroads. Assist with special projects, when assigned.
- Responsible for the safety of themselves and those around them. Reports on any unsafe conditions that may exist.
- Keep company vehicle, equipment, tools, and meters in good working order, following all maintenance and calibration schedules.
- Responsible for implementing strategies to maximize profitability in their area of responsibility.
- Other duties assigned by leadership team.
- Demonstrate and attain CDL Core Values: SAFETY, PEOPLE, INTERGRITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND EXCELLENCE.
- Demonstrate and attain CDL Core Focus: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION.

Physical Demands:

- Standing, walking, bending, kneeling and/or sitting for long periods of time.
- Climbing ladders and cantilever signals.
- Push/Pull/Lift/Moving 50 pounds repeatedly.
- Working in adverse weather conditions.
- Walk and stand on uneven surfaces.

Job Type: Full time Pay: $38.00-$42.00 per hour

Benefits

- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision care

Work Location: On the road

📌 Wayside Signal Maintainer (Saskatoon)
🏢 CDL Group of Companies
📍 Saskatoon

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