Reporting to the Signal Supervisor, The Signal Assistant will be supporting project work and/or the maintenance operations. The work is physically demanding and performed outdoors in a field environment, near live track during nights and days, in all weather conditions.
Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties
· Perform general labor tasks as necessary including operating equipment.
· Maintain tools and equipment in ready-for-service condition.
· Perform special duties as assigned by the Signal Supervisor, Leading Signal Maintainer or Signal Maintainer.
· Work cooperatively with other Signal Maintainers on project work and supporting the maintenance operations.
· Comply with railway and PNR safe work practices and signal work procedures.
Required Skills and Qualifications
· 1-2 years of field electrical experience
· Must hold a valid driver's G license
· Previous experience in project work and/or in a construction/farm environment required
· Mechanically inclined to work with and fix small gas engines
· Experience with heavy equipment (backhoe/skid steers) or cranes/boom trucks an asset
· Diploma is an asset in Electrical Technology/Technician but not required
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
· Work is outdoors in all weather conditions.
· Exposure to live track/trains and high voltage.
· Work is safety sensitive and protective equipment is required.
· Travel to work sites is required.
Company Overview
This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.
RailWorks is North America’s leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S. and Canada. We take on challenging projects every day and our success rely on a collaborative and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance. RailWorks also offers opportunities to grow your career, develop your skills and pursue success.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.
PNR RailWorks is committed to fostering an equitable, accessible, and inclusive workplace. As such, PNR RailWorks will ensure reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process, including the interview. If selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be confidentially made to a member of the recruitment team who will arrange in advance for reasonable and appropriate accommodation for fair and equitable assessment throughout the process.
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