Railroad Signal Technician - Field Install & Repair

Union Pacific Railroad; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 20%

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Job summary

Union Pacific Railroad is seeking an Assistant Signal Worker to support installation, maintenance, and repair of railroad signals and grade crossing systems. You will inspect equipment, troubleshoot issues, and travel across North America to ensure safe, efficient goods movement.

The role requires a valid driver's license, basic computer skills, and strong safety awareness. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors, lifting, and following FRA guidelines, with potential on-call demands.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid driver's license and basic computer skills.
• Capable of supervising others and coordinating tasks.
• Strong planning, organization, and record-keeping abilities.
• Commitment to safety and following rules/regulations.
• Able to perform basic arithmetic and unit conversions.
• Able to read and interpret tables, charts, graphs, and text for problem solving.
• Familiar with fundamental mechanical principles and equipment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must complete English assessment prior to interview.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test signal circuitry, equipment, and systems to identify defects.
• Assemble, disassemble, troubleshoot, and repair signal crossing equipment.
• Install, maintain, repair, and replace signal communication circuits and components.
• Operate vehicles and travel within designated territory.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas and comply with FRA regulations.
• Collaborate with colleagues, supervisors, contractors and customers; manage conflicts.
• Demonstrate proactive behavior and ownership of tasks to ensure timely completion.

Skills

Driver's license

Basic computer skills

Supervisory ability

Planning & organizing

Safety awareness

Basic arithmetic

Data extraction from tables/graphs

Mechanical problem solving

Interpersonal skills

English assessment

Education

CDL - Class A or B (preferred)

Electrical training certificate (preferred)

Associate degree in electrical/electronic tech (preferred)

Job description

Union Pacific Railroad is seeking an Assistant Signal Worker to support installation, maintenance, and repair of railroad signals and grade crossing systems. You will inspect equipment, troubleshoot issues, and travel across North America to ensure safe, efficient goods movement.

The role requires a valid driver's license, basic computer skills, and strong safety awareness. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors, lifting, and following FRA guidelines, with potential on-call demands.