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Please wait…Signal MaintainerPosting Start Date: 12/23/25Join 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: CPKC is dedicated to ensuring uninterrupted, year-round railway operations, functioning 24/7 to maintain excellence in the Engineering Operations domain. A vital component of this effort lies with the Signal and Communications (S&C) team, whose expertise ensures the safety and reliability of our signal systems through rigorous Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulatory tests and inspections. S&C personnel play a critical role in the installation, repair, and maintenance of essential equipment, including signals, crossing lights, switch machines, and other vital infrastructure. Based on CPKC’s discretion and applicant’s work experience you can be placed in the Assistant Signalman, Signalman or qualified Signal Maintainer position in Columbus, WI.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Dig, cable repair, assemble and install signal equipment, pole line work
Repair and/or replace damaged equipment, test and verify accurate operation of S&C systems and equipment
Perform preventive maintenance on all S&C apparatus
Perform inspections and testing as required on each device
Report problems; failures or unsafe conditions
Ensure there is enough material on hand to permit work or repairs to be completed without undue delay
Make authorized corrections and modifications
Align with company regulatory rules and policies to uphold safety and operational excellence
Other general duties can include cable locates, painting, and housekeeping of signal housing & equipment and climbing ladders
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or equivalency
Must be at least 18 years of age
Valid driver’s license to operate company vehicle; commercial driver’s license is preferred
3 years of hands‑on experience in S&C maintenance and renewal, demonstrating proven expertise in signaling systems from the railroad or similar industries
Successful candidate will have to show completion of a certified railroad signal training program before being hired
Acquire certifications in CPKC’s safety rules and medical card
Flexible and dependable, able to work a variety of shifts‑including nights, weekends, and holidays‑in any weather, while consistently delivering strong performance both independently and as part of a team
Strong communication skills, with a proven ability to deliver clear instructions and foster effective teamwork
Demonstrate strong safety focus by following protocols and prioritizing team health and safety
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
Flexible and competitive benefits package
Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
Employee share purchase plan
Annual fitness subsidy
Part‑time studies program
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Medical and Drug TestingThis is a safety sensitive position and a successful pre‑employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company or regulated drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.
Background Investigation
Criminal history check
Education verification
Driver’s license verification and driving history
Social Security Number verification
Department of Transportation Background Check 40.25 Form
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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Please wait…Signal MaintainerPosting Start Date: 12/23/25Join 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: CPKC is dedicated to ensuring uninterrupted, year-round railway operations, functioning 24/7 to maintain excellence in the Engineering Operations domain. A vital component of this effort lies with the Signal and Communications (S&C) team, whose expertise ensures the safety and reliability of our signal systems through rigorous Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulatory tests and inspections. S&C personnel play a critical role in the installation, repair, and maintenance of essential equipment, including signals, crossing lights, switch machines, and other vital infrastructure. Based on CPKC’s discretion and applicant’s work experience you can be placed in the Assistant Signalman, Signalman or qualified Signal Maintainer position in Columbus, WI.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Dig, cable repair, assemble and install signal equipment, pole line work
Repair and/or replace damaged equipment, test and verify accurate operation of S&C systems and equipment
Perform preventive maintenance on all S&C apparatus
Perform inspections and testing as required on each device
Report problems; failures or unsafe conditions
Ensure there is enough material on hand to permit work or repairs to be completed without undue delay
Make authorized corrections and modifications
Align with company regulatory rules and policies to uphold safety and operational excellence
Other general duties can include cable locates, painting, and housekeeping of signal housing & equipment and climbing ladders
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or equivalency
Must be at least 18 years of age
Valid driver’s license to operate company vehicle; commercial driver’s license is preferred
3 years of hands‑on experience in S&C maintenance and renewal, demonstrating proven expertise in signaling systems from the railroad or similar industries
Successful candidate will have to show completion of a certified railroad signal training program before being hired
Acquire certifications in CPKC’s safety rules and medical card
Flexible and dependable, able to work a variety of shifts‑including nights, weekends, and holidays‑in any weather, while consistently delivering strong performance both independently and as part of a team
Strong communication skills, with a proven ability to deliver clear instructions and foster effective teamwork
Demonstrate strong safety focus by following protocols and prioritizing team health and safety
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
Flexible and competitive benefits package
Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
Employee share purchase plan
Annual fitness subsidy
Part‑time studies program
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Medical and Drug TestingThis is a safety sensitive position and a successful pre‑employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company or regulated drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.
Background Investigation
Criminal history check
Education verification
Driver’s license verification and driving history
Social Security Number verification
Department of Transportation Background Check 40.25 Form
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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