Installation Technician - North Little Rock, AR

Union Pacific Corporation; Rock (AR); On-site; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Union Pacific Corporation Installation Technicians climb and work on radio towers from 100 to 500 feet, installing and maintaining antenna and transmission systems on towers, plus building telecommunication facilities including generators and buildings.

As part of the team, you will learn the major communications components in our telecommunications network and join a merit and performance‑based company powered by its people.

Qualifications

• Computer literate and basic keyboarding skills
• Valid driver's license
• Formal training equivalent to an associate's degree or higher in the electronics field OR 2+ years of experience with electrical components
• Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A or can obtain one within your probationary period
• 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)

Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned
• Ensure compliance with railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and FRA
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors and/or customers
• Read prints, schematics and technical manuals, basic understanding of AC & DC theory, Ohms Law, DC and AC charging and rectifying systems
• Use a variety of test equipment
• Troubleshoot failures, and restore service for variety of RF transceivers

Skills

Valid driver's license

Electrical components

CDL Class A

Verbal and written communication

Reading instructions

Keyboarding

Education

Associate's degree in electronics or related field OR 2+ years experience

Job description

Location: N LT ROCK, AR, US, 71600

Reference Number: 5317
Department: Engineering
Rate of Pay: $38.18/hr

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

Required Certifications: For this position, you will be required to become a Union Pacific certified driver during your probationary period. To become certified, you must meet the following Motor Vehicle and Medical Requirements:

1. Must be a minimum of 21 years of age

2. Have valid driver's license

3. Have an acceptable driving record per your Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)

4. You may also be required to obtain your Commercial Driver's License (CDL) if you will be operating a vehicle(s) with a GVWR of 26,000 lbs or greater. If this is required, you will need to obtain your CDL during your probationary period.

Medical Requirements:Must meet the medical requirements (also called physical qualifications) for commercial motor vehicle drivers as specified by the US Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). The FMCSA physical qualifications for drivers can be found on the FMCSA homepage. Health and Medical Services at Union Pacific Railroad will make the final determination on whether or not an individual meets the FMCSA medical qualifications, and may add additional medical requirements to assure the person can safely perform job tasks, with or without accommodation.

Description

Our team of Installation Technicians climb and work on radio towers at heights from 100 to 500 feet. These dedicated professionals install and maintain antenna and transmission systems on radio towers, build telecommunication facilities to include radio towers, generators, and buildings. As an Installation Technician, you will learn how to install the major communications components in our telecommunications network! We are powered by our people, will you join our team?

Accountabilities

• Perform other duties as assigned
• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors and/or customers and effectively handle controversy
• Read prints, schematics and technical manuals, have basic understanding of AC & DC theory, Ohms Law, DC and AC charging and rectifying systems
• Use a variety of test equipment
• Troubleshoot failures, and restore service for variety of RF transceivers

Qualifications - Required

• Computer literate and have basic keyboarding skills
• Valid driver's license
• Must have the following: 1) formal training equivalent to an associate's degree or higher in the electronics field or a related technical field OR 2) 2+ years of experience working with electrical components or working with electronic equipment (e.g., communications, cellular, airplanes, ships, wind turbines etc.)
• Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A or can obtain one within your probationary period
• 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)

Work Conditions

Union Pacific strives to attract all available talent. We are committed to creating an environment where all people can be their best, personally and professionally, as we remain a merit and performance-based company.

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 and Metropolitan Community College)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 20% match up to 5%
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, which are collectively bargained for through union membership
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs

Union Pacificstrives to attract all available talent. We are committed to creating an environment where all people can be their best, personally and professionally, as we remain a merit and performance-based company.