Union Pacific Railroad · 23 hours ago
Assistant Signal Person - Council Bluffs, IA
Council Bluffs, IA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$37.98/hr - $37.98/hrUnion Pacific Railroad is seeking an Assistant Signal Person to become a valuable member of their Assistant Signal Workers team. This role involves assisting with the installation, repair, and maintenance of railroad signals and grade crossing warning systems, ensuring safe and efficient transportation of goods.
Information TechnologyLogisticsTransportation
No H1B
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 various machines, tools, vehicles, and equipment in a responsible manner while ensuring cleanliness of work areas
Operate company vehicles and travel across the designated geographic territory
Embrace change, demonstrate proactive behavior, actively contribute, and take ownership of tasks to ensure high-quality and timely completion
Foster positive working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, contractors, and customers, effectively managing conflicts when they arise
Adhere to all safety, operational, and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations and guidelines
Perform any additional assigned duties as required
Qualification
Required
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 and identifying potential risks
Skilled in performing basic arithmetic operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and conversion of fractions and decimals
Competent in extracting relevant information from tables, charts, graphs, and text to solve practical problems
Familiar with applying fundamental mechanical principles to resolve mechanical issues
Strong interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration both independently and within a team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information to colleagues and supervisors
To be considered for this position, candidates are required to successfully complete an assessment in English before proceeding to the interview stage
To be eligible for employment, candidates are required to successfully complete a Physical Ability Test (PAT)
Candidates must have normal color vision
Candidates should be capable of standing for extended periods during the workday
Candidates must possess the ability to engage in physically demanding tasks, which may include occasional bending, stooping, and kneeling
Candidates should have the capacity to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 65 lbs
Candidates should be able to push and pull objects weighing up to 119 lbs
Candidates must be able to safely walk and maintain balance on uneven surfaces
Candidates must be capable of making frequent coordinated hand movements to grasp, place, or move objects
Candidates should be able to frequently walk to access the work site
Minimum age requirement is 18 years or older
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship
Willingness and ability to work at heights of 20 feet or more
Commitment to consistently practicing safe work habits
Flexibility to potentially relocate during the course of employment
Agreement to wear mandatory personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection as required by the company
Application should be limited to locations where you are ready to reside and work
Preferred
Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) - Class A or Class B
Completion of a recognized electrical training program (e.g., community college, trade/vocational school, military training) with a certificate
Associate's degree or higher in electrical engineering or electronic technology
Proficiency in operating heavy equipment, such as construction or farm machinery, demonstrated through professional, personal, or volunteer experience
Experience working outdoors in diverse weather conditions, proven through professional, personal, or volunteer work
Familiarity with adhering to safety protocols and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection
Knowledge of installation and maintenance of railroad signaling devices
Prior experience in a construction-oriented setting, whether professional, personal, or volunteer-based
Ability to travel extensively, approximately 95-100% of the time
Willingness to work in confined and/or small spaces
Flexibility to work on-call, overtime, various shifts, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays
Benefits
Ongoing learning, development, and Educational Assistance (including little to no out-of-pocket cost for online and in-person courses at the University of Nebraska at Omaha)
401(k) retirement plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 40% match up to 5% (contribute 5% and UP will contribute 2%)
Medical, dental and vision insurance, which are collectively bargained for through union membership
Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
Company
Union Pacific Railroad
One of America's most recognized companies, Union Pacific Railroad connects 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country by rail, providing a critical link in the global supply chain.
Founded in 1862
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$600M2022-09-12Post Ipo Debt· $600M
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Lance Fritz
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
Jennifer Hamann
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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