Train Crew: Training, On-Call Roles & Benefits

Union Pacific Railroad; Avondale (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Sick time

401(k)

Retirement plan

Job summary

Union Pacific Railroad invites applications for Train Crew roles, offering training to prepare you for safeguarding the safe and timely movement of freight. Entry supports a path from initial training to engine service opportunities and potential advancement to locomotive engineer.

In the first year, earnings are around $80,000 with potential to exceed $100,000 as seniority grows. Benefits include medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance along with a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license and a clean 36-month driving record.
• Must successfully complete an English assessment before interview.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment, locomotives, and rail cars to ensure safety for movement.
• Perform tasks such as coupling, drawing bar alignment, remote-control operation, hand brakes, and communication with crews.

Job description

Union Pacific Railroad invites applications for Train Crew roles, offering training to prepare you for safeguarding the safe and timely movement of freight. Entry supports a path from initial training to engine service opportunities and potential advancement to locomotive engineer.

In the first year, earnings are around $80,000 with potential to exceed $100,000 as seniority grows. Benefits include medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance along with a retirement plan.