Rail Signal Technician Assistant

Union Pacific Railroad; East St. Louis (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational Assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 20%"

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Wellness and Employee Assistance Prog

Job summary

Union Pacific Railroad is seeking an Assistant Signal Worker to support installation, repair, and upkeep of railroad signals and grade crossing warning systems across North America. You will work with a range of equipment to help ensure safe and efficient rail transportation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and reliability. Candidates must be able to perform inspections, disassemble and repair equipment, and follow FRA regulations while traveling within the territory and maintaining strong

Qualifications

• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Demonstrate basic computer skills.
• Capable of providing assistance and supervising others.
• Proficient in planning, organizing, and maintaining information and activities.
• Committed to understanding and adhering to safety rules.
• Skilled in basic arithmetic operations.
• Competent in extracting relevant information from data sources.
• Familiar with applying fundamental mechanical principles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must complete an English assessment before interview.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections and testing of signal circuitry and equipment to identify issues.
• Assemble, disassemble, troubleshoot, and repair signal crossing devices.
• Construct, install, maintain, repair, and replace signal systems and components.
• Use machinery and tools responsibly; maintain clean work areas.
• Operate company vehicles and travel across the territory.
• Adopt proactive work habits, ensure high-quality and timely completion.
• Foster positive relationships with colleagues, supervisors, contractors, and customers.
• Adhere to safety, operational, and FRA regulations.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Basic computer skills

Supervising others

Planning & organizing

Safety compliance

Basic arithmetic

Data extraction from tables/charts

Mechanical principles

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

English assessment

Education

CDL - Class A or Class B

Electrical training certificate

Associate degree in electrical engineering or electronic technology

Job description

Union Pacific Railroad is seeking an Assistant Signal Worker to support installation, repair, and upkeep of railroad signals and grade crossing warning systems across North America. You will work with a range of equipment to help ensure safe and efficient rail transportation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and reliability. Candidates must be able to perform inspections, disassemble and repair equipment, and follow FRA regulations while traveling within the territory and maintaining strong