Canadian Pacific is a transcontinental railway in Canada and the United States with direct links to major ports on the west and east coasts. CP provides North American customers a competitive rail service with access to key markets in every corner of the globe. CP is growing with its customers, offering a suite of freight transportation services, logistics solutions and supply chain expertise. Visit cpr.ca to see the rail advantages of CP. For more on our purpose, culture, and strategy, visit cpr.ca/en/about-cp.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

• Assist in maintenance and construction of wayside signals and crossing signals normally in a mobile crew.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants desired to have background in outdoor related construction, having some experience with heavy equipment such as backhoe, trencher, truck driving, and have background experience in the electrical/electronic field;
• Required to travel;
• Must posses a valid drivers license;
• CDL license or ability to obtain;
• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather;
• Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, you must not have had any drug or alcohol-related offenses within the past 2 years and no more than 1 within the past 5 years.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

CP is looking for a qualified Signalman. If individuals do not have prior Signalman experience then they would start as an Assistant Signalman and be trained into the Signalman position.

Medical Requirements:
CP is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. This position is a safety critical position ; all new hires will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessments. Qualification drug test(s) are also required.

Drug Test Elements:

CP is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. All new hires are required to undergo a drug screen. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping CP safe and drug free.

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Driver’s License Verification
• Last 3 years of driving history
• Last 7 years of employment history; includes military service
• Social Security number verification

CP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

• Req ID: 83625
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Location: Rockford, Illinois
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 80-90%
• # of Positions: 1
• Compensation Rate: $21.2650 - $25.0175 per hour
• Job Available to: Internal & External