Signal Maintainer - Hastings, United States - CP

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    CP Hastings, United States

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    Full time
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    POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Signalman and Signal Maintainers work mostly alone on a specified assigned territory by the Supervisors where the job can occasionally be physically demanding
  • Signalman and Signal Maintainers are primarily responsible for performing FRA regulatory test and inspection of the signals systems. They will also install, repair and maintain various equipment such as signals, lights, switch machines, electrical switch locks, switch circuit controllers, as well as crossing warning devices
  • Other general duties include cable locates, painting and housekeeping of signal housings & equipment
  • Climb and troubleshoot signal structures and make electrical connections
  • The role of Signal Maintainer is an important link between ensuring compliance with FRA regulations and customer satisfaction while achieving the safest most efficient railroad operations
  • Typical schedule is Monday - Friday with subject to call
  • Activities by instruction and supervision of crew foreman Work Safe Practices Comply with Company & Regulatory Rules and Policies Digging, cable repair, housing keeping, assembly of signal equipment, wiring of signal equipment, pole line work Repair or replace damaged equipment. Test and verify correct operation of S&C systems and equipment Perform preventive maintenance on all S&C apparatus Make inspections and tests as required on each device Report problems; failures or unsafe conditions Plan his/her own work and coordinate it with the work of others Ensure there is enough material on hand to permit work or repairs to be completed without undue delay Only make authorized corrections and modifications
  • POSITION REQUIREMENTS

  • Applicants must be able to work outdoors and adverse weather condition. Work experience with heavy equipment such as a backhoe, trencher would be an asset
  • Must have previous working knowledge of signaling systems from railroad or related industry
  • Must have a valid driver's license
  • Ability to obtain medical card
  • WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER

  • Flexible and competitive benefits package
  • Employer Funded Retirement Plan
  • Annual Fitness Subsidy
  • Part-time Studies Program