Signal Maintainer Job Cochrane area,Ontario Canada,Trades / Skilled Labor

POSITION:
Signal Maintainer

REPORTS TO:

Supervisor, Signals & Communications DEPARTMENT:
Rail Infrastructure

LOCATION:

Cochrane REFERENCE: 200-103B-27 RATE OF PAY: $30.74 per hour Apprentice Rate (with increases based on school) $40.33 per hour certified

WHO WE ARE:

Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services.

We are a modern, forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services.

ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve.

With over 1200 skilled professionals, we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations.

We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along with a competitive salary, excellent benefit package, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services. ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT:
The Signal Maintainer (Project and Relieving) is a permanent full-time position.

This role performs a wide range of signal work across the system “as and where required” in addition to assisting with capital project support, vacation, illness, and peak workloads. MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
Construct, maintain and repair designated signal equipment (track signal circuits) as assigned Carry out scheduled system tests, record results and maintain records as required Assist in the installation, removal or alteration of various signal appliances or their associated track circuitry as required

Respond to emergency repair situations during and after regular working hours, sometimes on holidays and weekends Be in good physical condition to perform job duties outdoors in all types of weather conditions Responsible for assigned work equipment within their division ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Comprehensive Training and Signals Certification included — invest in your growth with support every step of the way (Two‑year commitment required post‑certification) Applicants must demonstrate willingness to receive training as deemed necessary in the field of railway signaling This is considered a safety-sensitive position; therefore, applicants must pass Transport Canada mandated medical examinations including testing for color vision & hearing acuity REQUIREMENTS:
Secondary School Diploma or GED Preference will be given to applicants with a current certificate of training from a recognized Railway Signal Training course or those possessing a college/university diploma/degree in the electrical/electronic field Strong aptitude for the electrical/ electronic field Applicants must be motivated self-starters, capable of working alone or in a group Must possess a valid Ontario driver’s licence Basic computer skills Valid passport and the ability to travel to the USA for training Ability to travel 90% of the time including some overnight stays as required Experience working in a railway environment is considered an asset Ability to understand/pass Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR), safety rules and any other rules deemed necessary by the company Committed to Company Health and Safety CLOSING DATE:
October 26, 2026, no later than 11:59 p.m.

Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number.

Visit our career website to apply: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate will be required to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references,…