Responsible for performing FRA and UPRR required signal system testing. They lead in the installation, repair, troubleshooting, and maintenance of various railroad signals and grade crossing warning devices.

Required Certifications:

For this position, you will be required to become a Union Pacific certified driver during your probationary period. To become certified, you must meet the following Motor Vehicle and Medical Requirements:

1. Have valid driver's license

2. Have an acceptable driving record per your Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)

Medical Requirements:

Must meet the medical requirements (also called physical qualifications) for commercial motor vehicle drivers as specified by the US Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). The FMCSA physical qualifications for drivers can be found on the FMCSA homepage. Health and Medical Services at Union Pacific Railroad will make the final determination on whether or not an individual meets the FMCSA medical qualifications, and may add additional medical requirements to assure the person can safety perform job tasks, with or without accommodation.

Accountabilities

• Inspect signal circuitry, equipment, and systems for problems and defects
• Test signal circuitry, equipment, and systems for FRA reporting
• Troubleshoot malfunctions
• Build and dismantle signal crossing warning device equipment
• Maintain, repair, and replace signal communication circuitry, systems, and components
• Plan, organize, and track information and activities; Direct the work of others
• Responsible for digging holes and trenches for installation
• Understand and follow company and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors and/or customers and effectively handle conflict situations
• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

Physical Requirements

• Able to perform physically strenuous work
• Able to occassionally walk, climb, and maintain balance on ladders, poles, and equipment in a safe manner
• Must have normal color vision
• Must be able to detect and interpret different visual color signals and displays, and identify and determine the speed of moving objects at near or far distances
• Able to occasionally lift and carry objects weighing up to 65 lbs
• Able to occasionally push and pull objects weighing up to 119 lbs
• Able to frequently walk to access work site
• Able to make frequent coordinated hand movements to grasp, place, or move objects
• Able to occasionally bend, stoop, and kneel
• Able to remain standing for more than one-half of every work day with an opportunity to periodically change position for comfort

Work Conditions

• Apply only to those locations where you are prepared to live and work
• Agree to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection where the company requires
• Willingness to practice safe work habits
• Authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
• Work at heights of 20 feet or more
• Work Conditions: Operate company vehicles and drive throughout geographic territory; Work with machines, tools, vehicles, and equipment
• To the extent required by federal law and/or collective bargaining agreement, membership to the respective labor union is required. The union agreement dictates the pay rate and cannot be individually negotiated. Monthly dues are the responsibility of the employee.