Jobs
>
Winnipeg

    Signals & Communications Apprentice - Winnipeg, Canada - CN

    CN
    CN Winnipeg, Canada

    4 days ago

    CN background
    Description
    Job Summary

    The Signals and Communications Apprentice (S&C) – Canada is responsible for installing, repairing, testing, and maintaining various signals and communications systems and apparatuses, including railway signaling systems, wayside information systems, and highway grade crossing protection systems.

    Major Responsibilities

  • Install, repair, maintain, test, and inspect signal systems and apparatus, including automatic blocks, traffic controls, train stops, train controls, cab signals, and interlocking systems
  • 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
  • Use a wide variety of 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

    • 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

    • Requirements

  • Grade 12 Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
  • Completion of a Bachelor's Degree, or a 2- or 3-year College level program in Electronics, Engineering or other related field such as Physics or Mathematics*
  • Successful completion of CN's apprenticeship program, including in-class theory and laboratory work, as well as hands-on skill development in the field
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Collaborates and maintains positive interactions with others
  • Ability to work independently, 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, as well as interruptions in work processes
  • 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

    • Training

    The incumbent receives 3 weeks classroom training sessions at 40 hours per week at the CN Campus during the one-year apprentice training program. The training is primarily on 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 as a Signals and Communications Maintainer and protect seniority as vacancies arise.

    This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement

  • Canadian National Railway

    Signals & Communications Apprentice

    22 hours ago

    Canadian National Railway Winnipeg, Canada

    Signals and Communications Apprentice - Canada · CN is home to opportunities for skilled tradespeople who are interested in continually learning and building a career in a safety-focused, team environment. Working on state-of-the-art equipment and train cars that carry freight fr ...

  • Parkwest Projects Ltd.

    Apprentice Carpenter

    1 week ago

    Parkwest Projects Ltd. Winnipeg, Canada

    Parkwest Projects Ltd. is looking for an Apprentice Carpenter to join our team. Parkwest is a leading general contractor in Winnipeg who completes projects throughout Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario. Our team has a shared passion for being a key contributing member to the futur ...

  • Pro-Western Mechanical

    Plumbing and Sheet Metal Apprentices

    3 days ago

    Pro-Western Mechanical Winnipeg, Canada

    **Please note, the current job opportunities are available outside Manitoba, require company travel to British Columbia, Ontario or Alberta** · Are you an amazing _Plumber or Sheet Metal Apprentice/Journeyperson? _ Work with an amazing team that is dedicated to quality workmanshi ...

  • Tip Trailer Services

    Trailer Technician

    5 days ago

    Tip Trailer Services Winnipeg, Canada

    TIP Group is one of Europe and Canada's leading equipment service providers. We specialize in trailer leasing, rental, maintenance, and repair, as well as other value-added services, and provide these to transportation and logistics customers across Europe and Canada. · We are cu ...

  • Habitat for Humanity Manitoba

    Journeyperson or Apprentice Carpenter

    22 hours ago

    Habitat for Humanity Manitoba Winnipeg, Canada

    **Journeyperson or Apprentice Carpenter** · **Position Type: Full Time Permanent** · **Location: Winnipeg** · Habitat for Humanity Manitoba has an exciting opportunity for a Journeyperson or Apprentice Carpenter to join its team. We are a non-profit organization whose mission is ...

  • Habitat for Humanity Manitoba

    Journeyperson or Apprentice Carpenter

    1 hour ago

    Habitat for Humanity Manitoba Winnipeg, Canada

    **Journeyperson or Apprentice Carpenter** · **Position Type: Full Time Permanent** · **Location: Winnipeg** · Habitat for Humanity Manitoba has an exciting opportunity for a Journeyperson or Apprentice Carpenter to join its team. We are a non-profit organization whose mission is ...

  • Volvo Cars Winnipeg

    Apprentice Technician

    2 days ago

    Volvo Cars Winnipeg Winnipeg, Canada

    **Reporting Relationship**: The Apprentice Technician reports directly to the Fixed Operations Manager · **Job Summary**: · Volvo Cars Winnipeg is growing and is looking for an Apprentice Technician to join their team · **Qualifications**: · - Thrive in a fast-paced environment w ...

  • Wildstone Construction Group

    Carpenter Apprentice

    2 days ago

    Wildstone Construction Group Winnipeg, Canada

    Are you looking for your next adventure? See some beautiful parts of Canada while working on some diverse and challenging projects. · Wildstone is a General Contractor building in diverse locations across western and northern Canada. Our core values capture our best practices and ...

  • Calm Air

    Ground Service Equipment Apprentice

    22 hours ago

    Calm Air Winnipeg, Canada

    **POSITION TITLE**: Ground Service Equipment Apprentice (Heavy Duty) · **LOCATION**: Winnipeg, MB · **STATUS**: Full Time · **START DATE**: Immediately · : · Reporting to the GSE Manager, the Ground Service Equipment (GSE) Apprentice repairs, troubleshoots, adjusts, overhauls, pe ...

  • Wildstone Construction Group

    Sheet Metal Worker

    5 days ago

    Wildstone Construction Group Winnipeg, Canada

    Wildstone is a General Contractor building in diverse locations across western and northern Canada. Our core values capture our best practices and encourage our team to not only be better in their positions, but to be contributors in the community and to be their best with their ...

  • Volvo Cars Winnipeg

    Apprentice Technician

    1 week ago

    Volvo Cars Winnipeg Winnipeg, Canada

    **Reporting Relationship**: This position reports directly to the Fixed Operations Manager. · **Job Summary**: Birchwood is looking for an Apprentice Technician to join the Birchwood Volvo team · **Qualifications**: · - Level 1 (or above) Apprentice level required · - Ability to ...

  • Babcock International

    Ame Apprentice

    22 hours ago

    Babcock International Winnipeg, Canada

    **AME Apprentice**: · - Location: Winnipeg, MB, CA, R3J 3Y9- Onsite or Hybrid: · **Indigenous Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Permanent Full Time)** · **Winnipeg, MB** · Underpinned by a deep understanding of technology integration, asset management, and specialist trai ...

  • Birchwood BMW/MINI

    Technician, Apprentice Level 1

    3 days ago

    Birchwood BMW/MINI Winnipeg, Canada

    **Reporting Relationship**: This position reports directly to the Fixed Operations Manager. · **Job Summary**: Birchwood is looking for an Apprentice Technician to join the team · **Qualifications**: · - Level 1 (or above) Apprentice level required · - Ability to diagnose and pro ...

  • Birchwood Kia on Regent

    Apprentice Technician, General

    1 week ago

    Birchwood Kia on Regent Winnipeg, Canada

    **Reporting **Relationship**: This position reports directly to the Service Manager. · **Job Summary**: · Birchwood Kia on Regent is looking for a Full-Time Evening Apprentice Technician to join the team · **Shifts Details**: Monday-Friday · **Qualifications**: · - Level 1 (or ab ...

  • Birchwood Ford

    Truck and Transport Apprentice

    1 week ago

    Birchwood Ford Winnipeg, Canada

    **Reporting Relationship**:This position reports directly to the Fixed Operations Manager. · **Job Summary**:Birchwood Ford on Regent is looking for a Truck and Transport Apprentice to join the team · **Qualifications**: · - Apprentice pursuing a Truck and Transport Red Seal Cert ...

  • Flo-Crest Valves & Controls

    Inside Technical Sales Representative

    3 days ago

    Flo-Crest Valves & Controls Winnipeg, Canada

    **Our Company is Offering a competitive compensation and benefits package** · - **Role and Responsibilities**_ · This is a multi-role position and will encompass the responsibility of several key operational functions: · - Inside Technical Sales _ · - Match product to customer ne ...

  • G. Mallin Electric Ltd.

    Electrical Apprentice- Level 1

    2 days ago

    G. Mallin Electric Ltd. Winnipeg, Canada

    Currently accepting resumes for 1st and 2nd level Construction Electrician Apprentices. · **Skills & Abilities**: · - Strong work ethic · - Willingness to learn · - Punctual · - Works well with others · - Good communication skills · - Critical thinking · - Problem solving · - Abi ...

  • G. Mallin Electric Ltd.

    Electrical Apprentice

    3 days ago

    G. Mallin Electric Ltd. Winnipeg, Canada

    Currently accepting resumes for Construction Electrician Apprentices, all levels. · **Skills & Abilities**: · - Strong work ethic · - Willingness to learn · - Punctual · - Works well with others · - Good communication skills · - Critical thinking · - Problem solving · - Ability t ...

  • Inland Truck & Equipment

    Apprentice Tech

    1 week ago

    Inland Truck & Equipment Winnipeg, Canada

    **DRIVE YOUR CAREER WITH INLAND** · Inland Truck & Equipment is an industry-leader in the heavy-duty truck & equipment sales, service and parts marketplace. As a rapidly growing company with over 1500 employees across 35 branches in North America, Inland offers exciting employmen ...

  • Birchwood Infiniti Nissan

    Apprentice Technician, General

    22 hours ago

    Birchwood Infiniti Nissan Winnipeg, Canada

    **Reporting Relationship**: This position reports directly to the Fixed Operations Manager. · **Job Summary**: · **Qualifications**: · - Lube Technician, or Level 1-4 Apprentice Technician preferred, equivalent experience will also be considered · - Ability to diagnose and proble ...