Rail Signal Technician Assistant

Union Pacific Corporation; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational Assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Health Insurance

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Union Pacific Corporation in Portland, OR is seeking an Assistant Signal Worker to support installation, repair, and upkeep of railroad signals and grade crossing warning systems. You will help ensure safe and efficient transportation of goods across North America and work with various signaling equipment.

You will conduct inspections, perform repairs, and maintain signal circuitry while adhering to safety rules and FRA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Ability to supervise others effectively.
• Strong planning and organizing skills.
• Commitment to safety and risk awareness.
• Basic arithmetic skills including fractions and decimals.
• Able to interpret tables, charts, graphs and text.
• Knowledge of mechanical principles for issue resolution.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• English assessment required before interview.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test signal circuitry, equipment and systems to identify issues.
• Assemble, disassemble and repair signal crossing equipment.
• Install, maintain, repair, and replace signal communications circuitry and components.
• Use various machines and tools safely; keep work areas clean.
• Operate company vehicles and travel within the geographic territory.
• Show proactive, ownership-driven work habits and meet deadlines.
• Foster positive working relationships with colleagues and contractors.
• Follow safety, operational and FRA regulations and guidelines.
• Perform any additional assigned duties.

Skills

Driver's license

Computer skills

Supervisory abilities

Planning and organizing

Safety awareness

Arithmetic basics

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

English assessment

Education

CDL Class A/B

Electrical training certificate

Associate degree in electrical engineering

Job description

Union Pacific Corporation in Portland, OR is seeking an Assistant Signal Worker to support installation, repair, and upkeep of railroad signals and grade crossing warning systems. You will help ensure safe and efficient transportation of goods across North America and work with various signaling equipment.

You will conduct inspections, perform repairs, and maintain signal circuitry while adhering to safety rules and FRA guidelines.