Rail Signal Field Technician (Assistant)

Union Pacific Corporation; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock purchase plan

Education assistance

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Union Pacific Corporation is hiring for an Assistant Signal Person in Midland/Odessa, TX. You will assist with installation, repair, and upkeep of railroad signals and grade crossing warning systems across North America, supporting safe, efficient transportation of goods.

The role requires supervising others, basic computer skills, adherence to safety and FRA regulations, and willingness to travel extensively. Apply early as the job may be filled at any time.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and basic computer skills.
• Ability to supervise others and plan/organize work tasks.
• Strong safety awareness and math/measurement capabilities.
• Able to extract information from tables/charts/text and apply mechanical principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; team-oriented and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Driver's license

Computer skills

Supervision

Planning & organizing

Safety awareness

Math skills

Data extraction

Mechanical know-how

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Job description

Union Pacific Corporation is hiring for an Assistant Signal Person in Midland/Odessa, TX. You will assist with installation, repair, and upkeep of railroad signals and grade crossing warning systems across North America, supporting safe, efficient transportation of goods.

The role requires supervising others, basic computer skills, adherence to safety and FRA regulations, and willingness to travel extensively. Apply early as the job may be filled at any time.