Signals & Communications Apprentice

Canadian National Railway Company•Appleton, WI

17h•Onsite

About The Position

At CN, we are committed to our pursuit of excellence, delivering work of the highest standard, and continually innovating to shape the railroad of the future. As responsible railroaders, we prioritize safety, act with unwavering integrity, and hold ourselves accountable. We believe in succeeding together through inclusivity and collaboration to deliver exceptional results for our customers. If you are a skilled trades person or interested in skilled trades and continuous learning in a safety-focused environment, working at CN could be a great fit. You will work on various equipment and structures supporting freight distribution across North America, enjoying paid training and skill development. The Signals and Communications Apprentice (S&C) 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.

Requirements

Grade 12 Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
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

Nice To Haves

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

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