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    Signals & Communications Apprentice - Stevens Point, United States - Canadian National Railway

    Canadian National Railway
    Canadian National Railway Stevens Point, United States

    1 day ago

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    Signals and Communications Apprentice - US


    Enjoying physical labour and working outdoors as well as being safety-minded are vital to a career in rail operations at CN.

    If you like being part of a team and working in different locations every day, a rewarding career in track maintenance will appeal to you.

    Working on a crew, you'll be part of an ever-changing, safety-first work environment that ensures our infrastructure is safe, sound and train-ready.

    At CN, the careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us

    Job Summary


    The Signals and Communications Apprentice (S&C) – United States (US) 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.

    Major Responsibilities
    Install, repair, maintain, test, and inspect signal systems and apparatus, including automatic blocks, traffic controls, train stops, train controls, cab signals, and interlocking systems
    Perform construction duties, including digging holes and trenches to lay cables, wiring apparatus, setting piers, and installing equipment
    Perform highway grade crossing protection and automatic classification yards
    Use 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 equipment
    Ensure a safe working environment by following CN's safety policies and procedures
    Working Conditions
    Must be available for shift work, including weekends and nights
    Work is performed outdoors, sometimes in extreme weather conditions and on uneven terrain and surfaces
    Regular exposure to dust, pollen, fumes, noise, and vibrations
    Must meet medical fitness for duty requirements
    Ability to grasp and work at heights and elevations
    Able to perform repetitive physical activities
    Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 85 pounds occasionally
    Must be available to work away from home in isolated locations
    Requirements
    Grade 12 Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
    Completion of a Bachelor's Degree, or a 2- or 3-year College level program in Electronics, Engineering or other related field such as Physics or Mathematics*Successful completion of CN's apprenticeship program, including in-class theory and laboratory work, as well as hands-on skill development in the field
    Valid Driver's License
    Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
    Must be at least 18 years of age
    Collaborates and maintains positive interactions with others
    Ability to work independently, well organized, and maintain schedules
    Ability to understand and apply electrical, electronic, and mechanical principles
    Ability to follow company safety procedures, apply critical thinking, and maintain safety awareness
    Capable of making effective decisions in unfamiliar locations and when responding to changes, as well as interruptions in work processes
    Ability to judge the condition of objects and parts for wear and defects
    Meet established standards of quality, productivity, and client satisfaction
    Hand-eye coordination
    Good climbing and balancing skills for performing installation and maintenance activities
    Knowledge of signals or Rail Operating Rules
    Basic computer knowledge
    Training


    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 CN

    CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler.

    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.

    As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S.

    through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919.

    CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

    At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

    CN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

    It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

    Only qualified candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.


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