Rail Signal Technician – Field Install & Maintenance

Union Pacific Railroad; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strengths-based engagement culture

Educational Assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 40%

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Wellness and Employee Assistance

Job summary

Union Pacific Railroad in the United States is seeking an Assistant Signal Worker to assist with installation, repair, and maintenance of railroad signals and crossing systems. You will work with diverse equipment to support safe, efficient transportation across North America.

Responsibilities include inspecting signal circuitry, assembling devices, and performing repairs, while adhering to FRA regulations and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Demonstrate basic computer skills.
• Capable of providing assistance and effectively supervising others.
• Proficient in planning, organizing, and maintaining information and activities.
• Committed to understanding and adhering to safety rules, while promoting safe work habits.
• Skilled in performing basic arithmetic operations and conversions.
• Competent in extracting information from tables/charts/graphs to solve problems.
• Familiar with applying fundamental mechanical principles to resolve issues.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must complete an English assessment before interview.

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 machines, tools, vehicles, and equipment responsibly and keep work areas clean.
• Operate company vehicles and travel across the designated geographic territory.
• Embrace change and take ownership to ensure high-quality and timely completion.
• Foster positive working relationships with colleagues and customers, managing conflicts when they arise.
• Adhere to safety, operational, and FRA regulations and guidelines.
• Perform additional assigned duties as required.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Basic computer skills

Supervising others

Planning & organizing

Safety awareness

Numerical reasoning

Reading data from tables/charts

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

English assessment performance

Education

Electrical training certificate

Associate's degree in electrical engineering/electronics

Job description

Union Pacific Railroad in the United States is seeking an Assistant Signal Worker to assist with installation, repair, and maintenance of railroad signals and crossing systems. You will work with diverse equipment to support safe, efficient transportation across North America.

Responsibilities include inspecting signal circuitry, assembling devices, and performing repairs, while adhering to FRA regulations and safety standards.