Train Crew: Path to Engine Service & $80k+ Earnings

Union Pacific Railroad; Council Bluffs (IA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Educational assistance

Job summary

Union Pacific Railroad in Council Bluffs, IA is hiring for Train Crew - Zone 100. Entry training lasts 14 weeks with classroom and on‑the‑job instruction. Lodging is provided, and you may work road or yard service based on seniority.

The position is seniority-based and may involve travel away from your home terminal. Initial earnings are around $80,000 with potential for higher earnings and median wages over $100,000 after five years.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record for past 36 months.
• Must successfully complete an English assessment before interview.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and timely movement of freight as part of Train Crew.
• Inspect equipment, locomotives, and rail cars to ensure safe operation.
• Perform tasks such as coupling, operating remote-control locomotives, and applying/releasing hand brakes.
• Observe and comply with railroad rules and safety regulations.

Skills

18+ age

Valid driver's license

Clean driving record

English assessment

No drug/alcohol convictions

Job description

Union Pacific Railroad in Council Bluffs, IA is hiring for Train Crew - Zone 100. Entry training lasts 14 weeks with classroom and on‑the‑job instruction. Lodging is provided, and you may work road or yard service based on seniority.

The position is seniority-based and may involve travel away from your home terminal. Initial earnings are around $80,000 with potential for higher earnings and median wages over $100,000 after five years.