Communications Supervisor, Signals and Communications

Derailments and Disruptions

• Participate in activities related to derailments and disruptions in service, while working with transportation and mechanical to establish cause and future prevention

Working Conditions

The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environments with various weather conditions. The role is required to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The incumbent must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, meet deadlines, interface with senior management, and respond to unexpected or emergency situations. The position is required to travel for company business, at times without advance notice.

Requirements

Experience

Signals and Communications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in S&C

o Minimum 2 years of S&C communication technician experience

o Minimum 2 years prior supervisory experience

Any experience for these above would be considered an asset

Education/Certification/Designation

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)

• 2-year Technical Degree

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field

*Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Competencies

• Leads by example for the safety and security of all

• Considers environmental impacts in every decision and action

• Identifies needs and finds solutions to create value for all customers

• Collaborates with others and shares information

• Sets direction and inspires others

• Communicates with impact

• Delegates and empowers others to create accountability

• Demonstrates agility and drives change

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Extensive working knowledge of S&C communications systems infrastructure and related safety appliances, S&C project management, applicable regulatory signal systems, general instructions, railway S&C standards, standard S&C specifications, and procedures

• Good computer skills and knowledge of the Signals & Communications Inspection System (SCIS), Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP) and Train Management Dispatch System (TMDS)

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest , most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at cnrecruitment@cn.ca .

As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

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Client-provided location(s): Homewood, IL

Job ID: CN-17067

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-05-26T18:35:24