Freight Car Repair Apprentice - 3-Year Training

Union Pacific Corporation; Nebraska; On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational Assistance (University of

Stock Purchase Plan

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Wellness and Employee Assistance

Job summary

Union Pacific Corporation in Nebraska invites applicants to join a three-year apprentice program to become skilled Freight Car Repairers. You will inspect, repair, and rebuild freight cars, gaining hands-on experience daily.

The role involves inspections, maintenance tasks, welding and fabrication, and working with various tools. Strong safety awareness and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather are valued.

Qualifications

• Basic mathematic skills
• Valid driver's license
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills to deliver information to coworker(s) and supervisor(s)
• Experience reading and understanding instructions (examples may include: operating and safety rules, bulletins, special instructions, and federal regulatory documents)
• To be considered for this position, candidates are required to successfully complete an assessment in English before proceeding to the interview stage. For more information go to the FAQs on UP.jobs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections to identify defects, wear, and damages resulting from derailments or collisions.
• Carry out maintenance tasks, including conducting initial terminal air brake tests and pre-trip inspections.
• Repair structural components of rolling stock, involving fabricating, cutting, or performing rough finish operations on metal and wood replacement parts. Additionally, fasten or assemble car parts through riveting, bolting, or welding.
• Remove and replace faulty components, such as trucks, shoes, coupler assemblies, or air brake systems.
• Prepare surfaces for painting, welding, and fabrication by cleaning and ensuring proper readiness.
• Operate various tools and equipment safely and effectively, such as acetylene torches, non-power hand tools, power tools, electric and gas welding equipment, and other shop machines, vehicles, and tools.
• Communicate technical information, job procedure recommendations, and other work-related information verbally and in writing to colleagues, supervisors, contractors, and customers.
• Foster positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, and customers, and skillfully resolve any arising situations.
• Ensure strict compliance with all railroad rules and regulations pertaining to safety, operations, and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) guidelines.
• Perform additional assigned duties as required.

Skills

Basic mathematic skills

Valid driver's license

Proficient verbal and written commu n

Job description

Union Pacific Corporation in Nebraska invites applicants to join a three-year apprentice program to become skilled Freight Car Repairers. You will inspect, repair, and rebuild freight cars, gaining hands-on experience daily.

The role involves inspections, maintenance tasks, welding and fabrication, and working with various tools. Strong safety awareness and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather are valued.