Signaling & Communications Technician

Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, and trams to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a caring, responsible, and innovative company where more than 70,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide.

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signaling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars. 

We’re looking for a full-time Signaling & Communications Technician @ Ottawa site, could it be you?

Job Vacancy Disclosure

This job posting represents an existing vacancy

Your future role

As a Signaling & Communications Technician, you will provide technical expertise in maintaining and troubleshooting assets on the signaling and communication subsystem of the line (CBTC, CCTV, PA, PIDS, IAC, SCADA, network, phone, access control, signaling, server room, etc.) so as to ensure the safety, availability and reliability of the Line Subsystems conforming to specified Quality procedures.

The S&C Technician supports a 7-day week rail operation, working rotating shifts, on a continuous seven-day cycle mostly performing field work and sometimes on powered equipment.

While interacting daily with co-workers, external suppliers and management, all activities will be performed in accordance with strict Health & Safety procedures as prescribed by legislation and the ALSTOM Health & Safety policies.

You’ll specifically take care of

• Complying with and enforcing EHSS policies and rules
• Performing inspections, maintenance, and complex troubleshooting repairs on line subsystem
• Monitoring of incoming work orders and reporting all activities in the Maintenance Management database
• Field Modifications implementation
• Participating to the maintenance of some others assets (ventilation, security assets, pumps, switches etc.)

We’ll look to you for

• On time incident resolution as well as closing all Work Orders punctually and accurately.
• Understanding As-built drawings
• Supervising and/or follow any sub contract activities
• Actively participating in Emergency Preparedness and to the rescue/corrective operations in case of Accident or Major failure 

 All about you

We value passion and attitude as much as experience. Here what we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Educational background/formal training in IT/Telecommunication fields combined with relevant experience
• EHS champion and field experience
• Excellent problem-solving skills and computer skills
• License G mandatory - Other license (truck / trailer etc.) desirable

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
• Work with new security standards for rail signalling
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning

Compensation

The expected compensation for this role is $32.46 and increases to $34.63 after the 9-month probation period, plus benefits and eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

We do not use artificial intelligence in the recruiting process for this role

Interview Process & Candidate Communication

Candidates who participate in an interview for this role will be informed of the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview date

Accessibility & Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment process. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please email us at "humanresources.accessibility@alstomgroup.com” while referring to the job requisition number, job title and location you applied to.

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.