at Canadian Pacific Railway in Kirkland, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves!Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico.Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network.Visit cpkcr.com tolearn about the CPKCadvantage, our purpose and culture.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
Assist in maintenance and construction of wayside signals and crossing signals normally in a mobile crew
Signing Bonus
NEW HIRE QUALIFIED S&C SIGNALPERSON WILL RECEIVE A $15,000 SIGNING BONUS!!
Must commit to work for CPKC for 2 years or the signing bonus will be repayable
Current and previous CPKC employees are not eligible to receive the signing bonus
POSITIONREQUIREMENTS:
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
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
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
Flexible and competitive benefits package
Employer Funded Retirement Plan
Annual Fitness Subsidy
Part-time Studies Program
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Medical Requirements:
CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. This position is asafety sensitiveall 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.
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
CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Req ID: 102047
Department: Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Union
Location: Kirkland, Illinois
Country: United States
% of Travel: 70-80%
# of Positions: 1
Compensation Rate: $21.2650 - $25.0175 per hour DOE
Job Available to: Internal & External
CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)”.
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