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:
Our dynamic Signals and Communications (S&C;) team plays a vital role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of trains. As an S&C; Technician, you will be a key member of a high-performing team dedicated to maintaining S&C; systems in alignment with established standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring the safe operation of trains throughout the territory. Your responsibilities will include diagnosing system malfunctions, performing critical repairs, and fine-tuning signal equipment to enhance reliability and uphold safety standards.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

Utilize electronic testing tools to install, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment issues

Diagnose equipment malfunctions down to the circuit board level

Collaborate with vendors to arrange repairs for faulty circuit boards and components

Operate computers to perform diagnostics, manage software-related tasks, and extract system logs

Conduct testing, inspection, and repair of equipment in compliance with industry standards

Create comprehensive reports documenting test results and inspection findings

Offer technical and field support for corporate data networks and other maintenance operations

Adhere to Railway Operating Rules, safety protocols, policies, and best practices

Develop expertise in interpreting S&C; circuit drawings and standards

POSITION REQUIREMENTS





High school diploma or general equivalency

Must be at least 18 years of age

Electronics and/or technologist training from a recognized technical college is a plus

Valid driver’s license

Available to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays in all weather conditions

Occasionally work away from home, frequently in remote and secluded location

Demonstrate excellent communication skills by conveying information to team members and stakeholders in a transparent and concise manner

Maintain a strong commitment to safety by consistently following protocols and staying vigilant to protect the wellbeing of all team members

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans

Employee share surchase slan

Annualf fitness subsidy

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.

Criminal history check

Education verification

Driver’s license verification and driving history

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).

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📌 Signals & Communications Technician (British Columbia)
🏢 Canadian Pacific Railway
📍 British Columbia