Supervisor Signals and Communications - Communications

CPKC • LA

103d

About The Position

Join 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. Are you a hands-on problem solver who thrives in a dynamic field environment? The Supervisor Signals & Communications (S&C) – Communications at CPKC, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of state-of-the-art signals and telecommunications systems across our rail network. On the job, the expert will directly contribute to the smooth and secure movement of trains and equipment, shaping the backbone of our operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license
• Prior experience working with telecommunications and/or railway signaling systems
• Successful completion of an accredited electrical training program, such as those provided by a community college, trade school, military organization and/or associate degree or higher
• Excellent communication abilities, capable of delivering clear and concise instructions or directions, both over the phone and via radio

Responsibilities

• Support the installation, maintenance, and support of telecommunications systems, including VHF, microwave, and Positive Train Control (PTC) systems, ensuring peak reliability and performance
• Work collaboratively with the data network team to sustain accurate system functionality and troubleshoot issues
• Assist in the support and maintenance of cameras, desktops, printers, and Wi-Fi systems at assigned locations
• Demonstrate proficiency in managing both print and digital information workflows, ensuring accurate communication and documentation across the rail network
• Perform electrical installations and revisions while diagnosing and repairing S&C equipment to uphold safety and operational excellence
• Stay agile and dependable to support a 24/7 operating environment, responding promptly to urgent situations
• 100% field-based position, with exposure to diverse working conditions both indoors and outdoors
• Adept at performing efficiently both autonomously and as part of a team

Benefits

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Plan
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED