Signals & Communications Apprentice
Canadian National Railway Company, Appleton, WI, United States
Qualified Rate: $30.92 per hour
New hires may be paid a lower hourly rate during their qualifying period.
Employees are eligible for an employee share investment plan (ESIP), pension, benefits, railroad retirement benefits (RRB) and other perks.
Job Summary
The Signals and Communications Apprentice (S&C) is responsible for installing, repairing, testing, and maintaining various signals and communications systems including railway signaling systems, wayside information systems, and highway grade crossing protection systems.
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.
Major Responsibilities
Install, repair, maintain, test, and inspect signal systems and apparatus.
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 duties.
Use 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.
Requirements
Grade 12 Diploma or General Educational Development (GED).
Successful completion of CN’s apprenticeship program.
Valid Driver’s License.
Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
At least 18 years of age.
Collaborates and maintains positive interactions with others.
Ability to work independently, be 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.
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.
Assets
Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree or a 2‑ or 3‑year college level program in Electronics, Engineering or related field such as Physics or Mathematics.
What We Offer
Competitive wages, benefits, and pension plan.
Paid training and career development.
Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
24/7 telemedicine service.
Employee share investment plan.
Educational financial assistance program.
Employee resource groups (ERGs).
Extensive employee discount program.
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
Paid Training
S&C Apprentices receive four weeks of classroom paid training sessions at 40 hours per week at the CN Campus during the one‑year apprentice training program. The training covers 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 to Signals and Communications Maintainer and retains seniority as vacancies arise.
Successful Candidate Process
Medical assessment (including drug, hearing, and vision).
Criminal background check.
Offer letter.
Paid Training Structure
Four weeks at CN Campus (classroom training & knowledge checks).
Four 2‑week training periods at CN Campus.
One year to become a qualified S&C Maintainer.
Equal Opportunity Statement
As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
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New hires may be paid a lower hourly rate during their qualifying period.
Employees are eligible for an employee share investment plan (ESIP), pension, benefits, railroad retirement benefits (RRB) and other perks.
Job Summary
The Signals and Communications Apprentice (S&C) is responsible for installing, repairing, testing, and maintaining various signals and communications systems including railway signaling systems, wayside information systems, and highway grade crossing protection systems.
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.
Major Responsibilities
Install, repair, maintain, test, and inspect signal systems and apparatus.
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 duties.
Use 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.
Requirements
Grade 12 Diploma or General Educational Development (GED).
Successful completion of CN’s apprenticeship program.
Valid Driver’s License.
Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
At least 18 years of age.
Collaborates and maintains positive interactions with others.
Ability to work independently, be 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.
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.
Assets
Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree or a 2‑ or 3‑year college level program in Electronics, Engineering or related field such as Physics or Mathematics.
What We Offer
Competitive wages, benefits, and pension plan.
Paid training and career development.
Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
24/7 telemedicine service.
Employee share investment plan.
Educational financial assistance program.
Employee resource groups (ERGs).
Extensive employee discount program.
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
Paid Training
S&C Apprentices receive four weeks of classroom paid training sessions at 40 hours per week at the CN Campus during the one‑year apprentice training program. The training covers 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 to Signals and Communications Maintainer and retains seniority as vacancies arise.
Successful Candidate Process
Medical assessment (including drug, hearing, and vision).
Criminal background check.
Offer letter.
Paid Training Structure
Four weeks at CN Campus (classroom training & knowledge checks).
Four 2‑week training periods at CN Campus.
One year to become a qualified S&C Maintainer.
Equal Opportunity Statement
As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
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