Please note that the language you select on this site will be the primary language used for all future communications regarding your application.Please note that new hires in this role may be paid a lower hourly rate during their qualifying period. In addition, CN employees are also eligible to an employee share investment plan (ESIP), Pension, Advantages and other perks.At CN, the careers we offer are meaningful because the work that we do matters. Every day, our team of dedicated railroaders power the North American economy from coast-to-coast-to-coast, with an unwavering commitment to safety and service excellence.If you enjoy hands‐on tasks, working outdoors, and have a safety‐first mindset, a career in railway operations might be right for you. With fresh challenges, paid training, and a host of great benefits - a career at CN means work that makes a true difference in the lives of people.Job SummaryThe incumbent is responsible for installing, repairing, testing, and maintaining various signals and communications systems and apparatuses, including railway signaling systems, wayside information systems, and highway grade crossing protection systems.Main ResponsibilitiesInstall, repair, maintain, test, and inspect signal systems and apparatus, including automatic blocks, traffic controls, train stops, train controls, cab signals, and interlocking systemsPerform construction duties, including digging holes and trenches to lay cables, wiring apparatus, setting piers, and installing equipmentPerform highway grade crossing protection and automatic classification yardsUse a wide variety of hand tools, bonding rail, and testing signal plans, including on track high-rail equipment and test instruments to bury cable and wire equipmentEnsure a safe working environment by following CN's safety policies and proceduresWorking ConditionsMust be available for shift work, including weekends and nightsWork is performed outdoors, sometimes in extreme weather conditions and on uneven terrain and surfacesRegular exposure to dust, pollen, fumes, noise,
and vibrationsMust meet medical fitness for duty requirementsAbility to grasp and work at heights and elevationsAble to perform repetitive physical activitiesMust be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 85 pounds occasionallyMust be available to work away from home in isolated locationsExperienceRelevant experience working in a similar environmentEducation/Certification/DesignationHigh School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)Valid driver's licenceMust hold or be able to qualify for valid Rail Operating Rules (ROR) qualificationsWe Care About Each OtherWe Strive for ExcellenceWe Succeed TogetherTechnical Skills/KnowledgeMust be at least 18 years of ageCollaborates and maintains positive interactions with othersAbility to work independently, well organized, and maintain schedulesAbility to understand and apply electrical, electronic, and mechanical principlesAbility to follow company safety procedures, apply critical thinking, and maintain safety awarenessCapable of making effective decisions in unfamiliar locations and when responding to changes, as well as interruptions in work processesAbility to judge the condition of objects and parts for wear and defectsMeet established standards of quality, productivity, and client satisfactionHand-eye coordinationGood climbing and balancing skills for performing installation and maintenance activitiesKnowledge of signals or Rail Operating RulesBasic computer knowledgeAdditional Information (If Any)The incumbent receives 3 weeks classroom training sessions at 40 hours per week at the CN Campus during the one-year apprentice training program. The training is primarily on health and safety rules, standard codes of practice, installation methods, testing and maintenance procedures,
and equipment familiarization. Successful completion of the classroom training is mandatory to work as a Signal Maintainer. Once qualified, the role is subject to promotion as a Signals and Communications Maintainer and protect seniority as vacancies arise. This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement.About CNCN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through an 18,800-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at
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