Electronic Technician

Posting

Start Date:

6/23/26

Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S., Canada and Mexico. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

CPKC operates around the clock delivering safe, dependable railway service, with the Signal and Communications (S&C) team serving as a key contributor within Engineering Operations. The Electronic Technician supports the installation, construction, testing, and commissioning of radio and base station equipment, wired and wireless communication systems, wayside detection technology, and train control systems. Through this work, the position helps maintain the reliability of critical infrastructure and supports the safe, efficient movement of trains across the network.

• Climb vertical ladders, stairs, ramps and get on and off-track equipment
• Repair and/or replace damaged equipment, test and verify accurate operation of electronic systems and equipment
• Perform use of meters, scopes, and other test equipment to diagnose equipment problems and failures
• Troubleshoot equipment to component level
• Facilitate repair and return of bad order circuit cards and components through equipment vendors
• Use computers for diagnostics in troubleshooting electronic equipment, software burning, uploading/downloading, downloading event logs, and other functions
• Test, inspect, and repair communication systems to meet requirements set forth by CPKC and FRA regulatory requirements
• Manage and document applicable test and inspection reports
• Support maintainers, communications crew, and other S&C employees in their duties and with technical issues

• High school diploma or equivalency
• Valid driver's license to operate company vehicle; commercial driver’s license is preferred
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience with VHF radio, data/carrier systems, telephone systems, End of Train/Head of Train devices, switchboards, defect detectors, and signaling systems in railroad or similar industries
• Formal electronics training required, such as an associate degree, military training, or equivalent specialized electronic education
• Valid FCC General Radio Telephone Operators License (GROL) or equivalent certification, such as International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians
• Flexible and dependable to work nights, weekends, and holidays—in any weather, consistently delivering strong performance both independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills, with a proven ability to deliver clear instructions and foster effective teamwork
• Demonstrate strong safety focus by following protocols and prioritizing team health and safety

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Annual fitness subsidy
• Part‑time studies program

Medical and Drug Testing – This is a safety‑sensitive position and a successful pre‑employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company or regulated drug test is required. Post‑hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Driver’s license verification and driving history
• Social Security Number verification
• Department of Transportation Background Check 40.25 Form

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants 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 Color (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).

• Req
• Department:
  Engineering
• Job Type: Full‑Time
• Position Type:
  Union
• Location:
  
  St. Paul, Minnesota
• Country:
  United States
• % of Travel: 0‑10%
• # of Positions: 1
• Compensation Rate: $42.965/hr.
• Job Available to:
  Internal & External