REMCAN Projects LP, founded in 2007, is a North American contractor specializing in high-quality, innovative, and environmentally sound services for railway track owners and operators, including Class 1 railways. With seven locations across Canada, REMCAN is dedicated to meeting the railway industry's demanding needs while upholding a strong commitment to safety and quality. 

If you’re looking for a challenging, exciting career in the railway industry with opportunities for hands-on training and advancement, consider joining REMCAN today.  

REMCAN is seeking Signals and Communication Maintainers for our 2025 season for projects throughout Canada. We are looking for full-time, applicants eager to travel on a rotational schedule.  

Job Summary: 

Signals and Communications Maintainers work primarily in our Signals and Communications (S&C) department. REMCAN's S&C department is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing railroad signaling and communications equipment as well as emergencies and track outages. The S&C Maintainer role is a position designed for experienced S&C Maintainers who have completed an S&C apprenticeship with another railway or railway contractor. Successful candidates will work alongside crews comprised of Labourers, S&C Apprentices, other S&C Maintainers, Equipment Operators, and Foremen. 

Role & Responsibilities: 

• Actively participate and conduct safety briefings.
• Test and verify correct operation of signals and communications systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on various S&C apparatuses, such as crossing warning systems, switch machines, and signal systems.
• Respond to railway system failures, diagnose and repair/replace equipment as needed.
• Provide mentorship to S&C Apprentices.
• Maintain documents, records, and reports as required, such as timesheets and records of inspection.
• Deactivate and remove S&C equipment as needed for production crews.
• Operate company vehicles and hi-rail trucks.
• Responding to emergencies and track outages (on-call).
• Maintain REMCAN policies and guidelines at all times.

Qualifications: 

• Minimum of 2 years' rail experience installing and/or maintaining S&C systems.
• Previous rail and/or equipment operating experience considered an asset.
• Valid Class 5 or Class G driver's license, and reliable transportation.
• Produce a 3-year driver's abstract.
• Pass eRailSafe Canada workforce compliance system.
• Complete pre-employment medical which includes screening for alcohol and drugs (including marijuana and THC).
• First Aid and previous safety training are considered assets (WHMIS, Fall Protection, Confined Space Entry).
• Demonstrate an ability to work unsupervised, as well as in teams.
• Work all types of shifts as required, including weekends and night shifts.
• Work in various weather conditions all year round.
• Travel to remote work locations as required.

Company Perks: 

• Competitive wages and extended group benefits.
• Paid safety and hands-on job training.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Company paid for Mental Health & Wellness program.
• Group RSP with company matching program.
• Company-supplied PPE and yearly boot allowance.
• Paid travel and accommodation, including daily living out allowance (LOA).
• Company-hosted employee recognition and family day events.

REMCAN is committed to creating an environment where every individual - including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community - feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. 

We welcome and encourage all interested candidates to apply.