by Jim1348
I saw this listing. I have a GROL, a valid DL, and AS/BS/MS college degrees. Are the Signal Electronic Technician jobs extremely competitive?
Req ID: 48524
Department: Operations - Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Union
Location: St. Paul, Minnesota
Country: United States
% of Travel: 90-100%
# of Positions: 1.00
Compensation Rate: $32.04 per hour
Job Available to: Internal & External
Deadline to apply: 05/17/2016
Canadian Pacific (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) is a transcontinental railway in Canada and the United States with direct links to eight major ports, including Vancouver and Montreal, providing 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 Canadian Pacific.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
General responsibilities for this position involve the installation, maintenance and construction of Train Control Systems and Grade Crossing Warning Systems. May also supervise, instruct, or direct other employees who may be assisting the Electronic Technician in their work.
Will work outdoors a majority of the time with exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity such as extreme heat, cold, ice, rain, snow.
Facilitate repair and return of bad order circuit cards and components through equipment vendors.
Use meters, scopes, and other various types of test equipment to diagnose equipment problems and failures.
Use computers for diagnostics in troubleshooting electronic equipment, software burning, software uploading/downloading, downloading event logs, and other various functions.
Test, inspect, and repair signal apparatus to meet requirements set forth by CPR and FRA regulatory requirements.
Manage and document FRA test and inspection reports.
Support Signal Maintainers, Signal Crews, and Signal Testmen in their duties and with technical issues.
Acquire and apply knowledge of Grade Crossing Warning System equipment, i.e. HXP’s, GCP’s, PMD’s and Train Control Systems, i.e. VHLC’s, VPI’s, Electrologic’s, Microlok’s.
Become familiar with Signal & Communication circuit drawings and standards.
Make field checks and corrections to circuit drawings as necessary.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess valid FCC General Radio Telephone Operators License (GROL) or equivalent i.e. International Society of Certified Electronic Technicians (ISCET certification)
Requires valid Driver’s License to operate company vehicle
Ability to respond for emergent work past normal working hours
Ability to occasionally work at various heights (ladders, signal masts and structures)
Post-secondary education is preferred
WHAT CP HAS TO OFFER:
Flexible and competitive benefits package
Completive company pension plan
Annual Fitness Subsidy
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
**This position is intended to cover the St. Paul to Glenwood, MN territory.
Medical Requirements:
CP is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. This position is considered a safety sensitive position; all new hires will be required to complete a pre-employment medical evaluation that includes a vision, hearing, drug screening and pre-employment physical.
Drug Test Elements:
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
Last 3 years of driving history
Last 3 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.
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Req ID: 48524
Department: Operations - Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Union
Location: St. Paul, Minnesota
Country: United States
% of Travel: 90-100%
# of Positions: 1.00
Compensation Rate: $32.04 per hour
Job Available to: Internal & External
Deadline to apply: 05/17/2016
Canadian Pacific (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) is a transcontinental railway in Canada and the United States with direct links to eight major ports, including Vancouver and Montreal, providing 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 Canadian Pacific.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
General responsibilities for this position involve the installation, maintenance and construction of Train Control Systems and Grade Crossing Warning Systems. May also supervise, instruct, or direct other employees who may be assisting the Electronic Technician in their work.
Will work outdoors a majority of the time with exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity such as extreme heat, cold, ice, rain, snow.
Facilitate repair and return of bad order circuit cards and components through equipment vendors.
Use meters, scopes, and other various types of test equipment to diagnose equipment problems and failures.
Use computers for diagnostics in troubleshooting electronic equipment, software burning, software uploading/downloading, downloading event logs, and other various functions.
Test, inspect, and repair signal apparatus to meet requirements set forth by CPR and FRA regulatory requirements.
Manage and document FRA test and inspection reports.
Support Signal Maintainers, Signal Crews, and Signal Testmen in their duties and with technical issues.
Acquire and apply knowledge of Grade Crossing Warning System equipment, i.e. HXP’s, GCP’s, PMD’s and Train Control Systems, i.e. VHLC’s, VPI’s, Electrologic’s, Microlok’s.
Become familiar with Signal & Communication circuit drawings and standards.
Make field checks and corrections to circuit drawings as necessary.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess valid FCC General Radio Telephone Operators License (GROL) or equivalent i.e. International Society of Certified Electronic Technicians (ISCET certification)
Requires valid Driver’s License to operate company vehicle
Ability to respond for emergent work past normal working hours
Ability to occasionally work at various heights (ladders, signal masts and structures)
Post-secondary education is preferred
WHAT CP HAS TO OFFER:
Flexible and competitive benefits package
Completive company pension plan
Annual Fitness Subsidy
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
**This position is intended to cover the St. Paul to Glenwood, MN territory.
Medical Requirements:
CP is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. This position is considered a safety sensitive position; all new hires will be required to complete a pre-employment medical evaluation that includes a vision, hearing, drug screening and pre-employment physical.
Drug Test Elements:
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
Last 3 years of driving history
Last 3 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.
*LI-POST
Apply
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Save Job
Email Job to Friend
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