Job Description

WHO WE ARE:
At Universal Rail Systems, our work is getting and keeping Canada\xe2\x80\x99s railway operators in motion \xe2\x80\x93 safely and sustainably! We work coast-to-coast, in every railway sector, and on any size project. Our commitment is service excellence and offering our clients exceptional value. Within our team, we call this Doing It Right !

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Signalman reports to the Employee-in-Charge, Signal Maintainer/Mechanic, Lead Hand, and Foreman.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• An emphasis on safety is critical for all employees. This can be a high risk environment as you will be working around heavy moving equipment

• Moderate to heavy physical labor on an assigned area of track; including tasks such as, but not limited to:

• signal equipment installation
• Install ground systems

• Electrical connection of rail reporting the color of the signal

• Various loading and unloading of heavy materials such as tools and equipment to and from various vehicles and machines

• Clearing railway crossings of brush and tall grass using handheld tools and equipment

• Work as part of a team performing heavy Labour related to railway signaling systems, construction and maintenance

• Participate in job briefings and demonstrate ability to follow instructions and work safely

• Perform duties such as digging holes and trenches for laying cable, installing conduit and/or ducts

• Iinstalling and leveling metal and concrete foundations, setting concrete piers

• Occasional driving of company vehicle

• Other duties as assigned

• Basic understanding of survey grades and construction methods

• Ability to work with MS applications (Word, Excel and Outlook)

• Ability to read instructions, follow technical specifications and grade plans.

• Ability to perform various types of physical labour including moderate to heavy lifting, standing, bending, shovelling, etc

• Sound understanding of safety regulations, safe work practices and work procedures and be capable of assisting in maintaining safe work sites

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

• Perform duties in inclement weather, with possible exposure to severe weather conditions

• Proficiency in the safe operation and maintenance of various related equipment and tools

• Ability to maintain concentration and mental alertness in a variety of situations

• Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures

• Knowledge of equipment maintenance and storage

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills

• Strong stress management and time management skills

• At least 1 year full time work experience as a General Labourer

• Education or experience in Electronics/Electrical is considered an asset

• Previous railway or construction experience is considered an asset

• A Valid Operators License

• Valid CSTS, First Aid, H2S Alive and Ground Disturbance level 2 courses are considered an asset

• Competitive Compensation Package

• An industry leading comprehensive benefits program, including extended health and dental

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employer Contributions to RRSP

• Health and Wellness Spending Accounts, where unused amounts carry over before being deposited in RRSP.

• The opportunity to work with a great team where Safety is an integral part of our culture