Assistant Signal Person -Springfield, IL

Union Pacific Railroad; Illinois; Sur place; USD 45 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Résumé du poste

Union Pacific Railroad in Illinois seeks an Assistant Signal Worker to help install, repair and maintain railroad signals and grade crossing warning systems. You will work with diverse equipment to keep North America’s rail network safe and efficient, supporting ongoing projects across our territory.

Candidates must meet safety standards, complete an English assessment, and be willing to travel extensively.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid driver's license and be able to operate company vehicles.
• Complete an English assessment prior to interview.
• Ability to supervise others and coordinate tasks.
• Strong planning, organizational and information management skills.
• Commitment to safety rules and safe work habits.
• Basic arithmetic and measurement conversions required.
• Ability to extract information from tables, charts and text for problem solving.
• Knowledge of fundamental mechanical principles for issue resolution.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work in a physically demanding environment and travel as required.

Responsabilités

• Conduct inspections and testing of signal circuitry and systems to identify defects.
• Assemble, disassemble and troubleshoot signal crossing equipment; perform repairs as needed.
• Install, maintain, repair and replace signal communication systems and components.
• Operate machines, tools, vehicles, and maintain clean work areas.
• Travel across the designated geographic territory for assignments.
• Commit to proactive work practices and high-quality, timely task completion.
• Foster positive relationships with colleagues, supervisors, contractors and customers; manage conflicts when they arise.
• Adhere to safety, operational and FRA regulations and guidelines.
• Perform additional assigned duties as required.

Connaissances

Basic computer skills

Supervision

Planning & organizing

Safety compliance

Arithmetic basics

Data interpretation

Mechanical principles

Interpersonal skills

English assessment

Formation

CDL - Class A or B

Electrical training program certificate

Associate degree in electrical engineering/electronic technology

Description du poste

Reference Number: 5497

Department: Engineering

Closing Date: Apply early as this job may be filled at any time.

Pay: 39.40 per hour

Most communications will be done electronically. Please check email, including spam folders, daily.

Description

Become a valuable member of our Assistant Signal Workers team! As part of this team, you will play a crucial role in assisting with the installation, repair, and upkeep of railroad signals and grade crossing warning systems. You will have the opportunity to work with a variety of equipment, contributing to the safe and efficient transportation of goods by Union Pacific across North America. We are powered by our people, will you join our team?

Accountabilities

• Conduct thorough inspections and testing of signal circuitry, equipment, and systems to identify and resolve issues and defects
• Assemble and disassemble signal crossing warning device equipment, troubleshoot problems, and carry out necessary repairs
• Construct, install, maintain, repair, and replace signal communication circuitry, systems, and components
• Utilize various machines, tools, vehicles, and equipment in a responsible manner while ensuring cleanliness of work areas
• Operate company vehicles and travel across the designated geographic territory
• Embrace change, demonstrate proactive behavior, actively contribute, and take ownership of tasks to ensure high-quality and timely completion
• Foster positive working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, contractors, and customers, effectively managing conflicts when they arise
• Adhere to all safety, operational, and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations and guidelines
• Perform any additional assigned duties as required

Qualifications - Required

• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Demonstrate basic computer skills.
• Capable of providing assistance and effectively supervising others.
• Proficient in planning, organizing, and maintaining information and activities.
• Committed to understanding and adhering to safety rules, while promoting safe work habits and identifying potential risks.
• Skilled in performing basic arithmetic operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and conversion of fractions and decimals.
• Competent in extracting relevant information from tables, charts, graphs, and text to solve practical problems.
• Familiar with applying fundamental mechanical principles to resolve mechanical issues.
• Strong interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration both independently and within a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information to colleagues and supervisors.
• To be considered for this position, candidates are required to successfully complete an assessment in English before proceeding to the interview stage.

Qualifications - Preferred

• Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) - Class A or Class B.
• Completion of a recognized electrical training program (e.g., community college, trade/vocational school, military training) with a certificate.
• Associate's degree or higher in electrical engineering or electronic technology.
• Proficiency in operating heavy equipment, such as construction or farm machinery, demonstrated through professional, personal, or volunteer experience.
• Experience working outdoors in diverse weather conditions, proven through professional, personal, or volunteer work.
• Familiarity with adhering to safety protocols and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection.
• Knowledge of installation and maintenance of railroad signaling devices.
• Prior experience in a construction-oriented setting, whether professional, personal, or volunteer-based.
• Ability to travel extensively, approximately 95-100% of the time.
• Willingness to work in confined and/or small spaces.
• Flexibility to work on-call, overtime, various shifts, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays.

Physical And Mental Job Requirements

• To be eligible for employment, candidates are required to successfully complete a Physical Ability Test (PAT). Please note that this test is separate from the medical examination. For additional information, please consult the FAQs on UP.jobs.
• Visual Ability: Candidates must have normal color vision.
• Standing: Candidates should be capable of standing for extended periods during the workday. Additionally, they should be able to change positions periodically for comfort.
• Physically Demanding Tasks: Candidates must possess the ability to engage in physically demanding tasks, which may include occasional bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Lifting and Carrying: Candidates should have the capacity to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 65 lbs. They should also be able to push and pull objects weighing up to 119 lbs.
• Mobility on Uneven Surfaces: Candidates must be able to safely walk and maintain balance on uneven surfaces.
• Coordinated Hand Movements: Candidates must be capable of making frequent coordinated hand movements to grasp, place, or move objects.
• Walking to Work Site: Candidates should be able to frequently walk to access the work site.

Work Conditions

• Minimum age requirement is 18 years or older.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship.
• Willingness and ability to work at heights of 20 feet or more.
• Commitment to consistently practicing safe work habits.
• Flexibility to potentially relocate during the course of employment.
• Agreement to wear mandatory personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection as required by the company.
• Application should be limited to locations where you are ready to reside and work.

What We Offer

• A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture
• Ongoing learning, development, and Educational Assistance (including little to no out-of-pocket cost for online and in-person courses at the University of Nebraska at Omaha)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 40% match up to 5% (contribute 5% and UP will contribute 2%)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, which are collectively bargained for through union membership
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs