The Union Pacific Railroad (reporting marks UP, UPP, UPY) is a Class I freight-hauling railroad that operates 8,300 locomotives over 32,200 miles (51,800 km) routes in 23 U.S. states west of Chicago and New Orleans.
Senior Electronic Technician (Alamogordo, NM)
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Description
Senior Electronic Technicians are responsible for repair, maintenance and installation of VHF, UHF, and licensed microwave radio transmission systems. These systems support voice and data connectivity across Union Pacific Network, along with other IP-based technologies, to provide real-time data collection. At Union Pacific we are powered by our people, will you join our team?
Accountabilities
- Maintain and repair telecommunications facilities in your territory.
- Work independently or occasionally with another technician.
- Maintain and repair mobile and base radios (155-162 MHz, 5-100 watts).
- Work on terrestrial microwave systems (5.8 GHz, 6 GHz, 10-12 GHz, 18 GHz).
- Handle SCADA radios (200, 400, and 900 MHz).
- Service presence sensing equipment (loop detection, IR, sonar/acoustic).
- Maintain routers, switches, access points, and IP video surveillance systems.
- Perform maintenance on generators (2,000 to 17,000 watts) and rectifier systems (12, 24, 48V).
- Maintain radio tower marking light systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair antenna and RF transmission lines.
- Ensure RF surge suppression and grounding/bonding systems are functioning properly.
- Utilize test equipment such as antenna analyzers, service monitors, spectrum analyzers, and power meters.
- Diagnose issues with antennas and coax cables before involving tower climbers.
- Provide support for internal customer devices.
- Prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Respond to service restoration calls, often due to weather-related damages.
- Ensure critical equipment is repaired promptly to maintain train service.
Qualifications – Required
- Basic computer skills
- Valid driver’s license
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills to deliver information to coworker(s) and supervisor(s)
- Able and willing to understand and apply safety rules, practice safe work habits, identify safety risks, and avoid potentially risky behaviors and situations
- Able to assist and direct work of others
- Able to communicate and work well both independently and with others
- Able to perform basic arithmetic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and conversion of fractions into decimals and decimals into fractions to solve practical problems. In addition, applicants must be able to extract relevant information from tables, charts, graphs, and text
- Able to plan, organize, and track information and activities
- Able to understand and apply basic mechanical principles to solve mechanical problems
Qualifications – Preferred
Physical and Mental Job Requirements
Work Conditions
- Able to provide your own transportation.
- Agree to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection where the company requires.
- Apply only to those locations where you are prepared to live and work.
- Authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
- Must be available to work any shift.
- Must be willing and able to work around large equipment such as railcars, locomotives and cranes.
- Travel Requirements: May be away from home five days per week.
- Willingness to practice safe work habits.
What we offer:
- A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture
- 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
Train Crew – Kansas City, MO/KS
At Union Pacific, success is driven by our talented workforce. If you are passionate about contributing to a dynamic team and being at the heart of the railroad industry, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey. We are powered by our people, will you join our Train Crew team?
Train Crew employees are responsible for providing the safe and timely movement of customers’ freight. Previous railroad experience is not required as we provide all necessary training.
As you progress in your career, you may have the opportunity to apply for engine service (fireman’s class) and become a Class 1 Locomotive Engineer.
In your initial year of service, you can expect earnings of around $80,000. As you advance in your career there is potential for higher earnings, with the median annual wages of an employee with five years of service reaching over $100,000. Each employee is entitled to medical insurance that also covers prescriptions. In addition, the company provides vision, dental, life, and disability insurance.
What Should You Know
- If hired, know that changing seniority locations and/or crafts (moving from train crew to mechanical or engineering) are approved based on business demands and may not be granted. Plan to commit to your craft and work location for a minimum of 2 years.
- The training class is 14 weeks and includes classroom and on-the-job training. Attendance for the full 14 weeks and successful completion of all exams during the training period is a requirement for continued employment.
- After training, you will work either road or yard service based on the territory you hold seniority and seniority date.
- Road service crews may be required to work between two locations requiring them to stay away from their home terminal point. Lodging is provided by Union Pacific.
- Yard and local service crews work with an engineer, or by remote control. They classify (sort) the cars from inbound trains and build outbound trains.
- This is a seniority-based position, and you may be required to cover locations within the area you hold seniority other than the location hired. These locations could be a long distance from the location you were hired or from where you live. Lodging may or may not be provided depending on the collective bargaining agreement you are working under.
- You may be required to work an assignment that is on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- You will likely not be eligible for compensated time off during your first year of employment aside from paid sick days.
- Temporary furloughs are possible depending on fluctuations in business volumes. Furloughs and subsequent recalls to work are based on seniority dates.
- Union Pacific does not tolerate the use of drugs and alcohol (even for medicinal purposes). You will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing, mandatory testing for reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing when applicable.
- Refer to Train Crew FAQs for more information.
Accountabilities
- Inspect equipment, locomotives, and rail cars to ensure they are safe to use or move in a train.
- Perform tasks such as: Coupling (connecting) equipment, aligning drawbars, operating remote control locomotives, applying, and releasing hand brakes, riding rail cars, replacing couplers/knuckles and effectively communicating information to crews, yard controllers, and dispatchers via radio and/or hand signals.
- Maintain accurate written and electronic documentation and prepare necessary materials as required.
- Observe and comply with all railroad rules and regulations pertaining to safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
- Perform additional duties as assigned by a supervisor.
Qualifications – Required
- Applicants must have reached the age of 18 or above.
- Valid driver’s license
- Clean driving record in the past 36 months, without any suspension, revocation, cancellation, or denial of your driver’s license resulting from a drug or alcohol-related incident.
- Must not have been involved in diversion or probation or pleaded guilty to a drug or alcohol-related driving incident.
- Must not have refused to undergo a drug or alcohol test related to the operation of a motor vehicle.
- Successfully complete an assessment in English before proceeding to the interview stage. For more information go to FAQs on UP.jobs.
Qualifications – Preferred
- Experience working on 2nd and/or 3rd shifts.
- Experience working outdoors in diverse weather conditions (considering professional, personal, and volunteer experiences)
- Experience working with, on, and around heavy equipment in motion (considering professional, personal, and volunteer experiences)
- Experience working in confined spaces and at different heights.
Physical and Mental Job Requirements
- Candidates are required to successfully pass a Physical Ability Test (PAT) before being considered for employment. This is separate from the medical exam and will assess your ability to handle the demands of the job. For more information go to the FAQs on UP.jobs.
- Normal color vision, enabling the detection and interpretation of various visual color signals and displays, as well as the ability to determine the speed of moving objects at both close and distant ranges.
- Adequate depth perception to accurately assess the speed and distance of locomotives being moved in the service area.
- The strength to push, pull, lift, and carry objects weighing up to 85 lbs.
- The ability to frequently perform coordinated hand movements for grasping, placing, or moving objects.
- The capacity to engage in physically demanding tasks, including occasional bending, stooping, and kneeling.
- The capacity to bend, stoop, line a switch from one track to another, climb a rail car side ladder, maintain balance while riding a rail car at varying distances, walk up to 5 miles per shift on uneven terrain and occasionally work at heights of 12’ or more.
- The capability to detect unusual sounds and smells during inspections and testing, and promptly respond.
Mechanical Service Oper-Loco (Los Angeles, CA)
Join a passionate team of railway professionals committed to delivering essential maintenance and services to trains, ensuring uninterrupted service to Union Pacific customers throughout North America! As a Mechanical Service Operator, your primary responsibility will be to support locomotive operations by stocking necessary materials and maintaining cleanliness in assigned areas within the shop and service facilities. By being an integral part of this critical team, you will gain comprehensive knowledge of the entire shop environment and develop a holistic understanding of Union Pacific’s mechanical operations. We are powered by our people, will you join our team?
Accountabilities
- Operate locomotives to transport them between shop locations, service tracks, switching areas, and line switches, and assist hostlers by operating derails.
- Safely and proficiently operate a variety of shop machines and tools, including forklifts, backhoes, bobcats, mobile cranes, and high-pressure steam cleaning equipment.
- Ensure strict compliance with all safety and operational regulations and protocols.
- Restock locomotives with necessary materials, such as drinking water, sand, and spare parts, ensuring all required supplies are available.
- Thoroughly clean locomotive interiors and exteriors, including floors, parts, and engine car body, to maintain cleanliness and visual appeal.
- Conduct air brake tests and inspect materials, equipment, and machinery for defects or unsafe conditions, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
- Maintain effective communication with team members using hand radios and hand signals in service track and other designated areas.
- Demonstrate initiative, contribute meaningfully, embrace change, and take personal accountability for completing tasks in a timely manner and to the highest quality standards.
- Prioritize personal safety and the safety of co-workers by adhering to safety guidelines and reporting any potential hazards or incidents.
- Foster positive working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, contractors, and customers, effectively resolving conflicts and handling contentious situations.
- Fulfill additional assigned duties as required and contribute to the overall success of the team and organization.
Qualifications – Required
- Minimum age requirement: 18 years or older.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
- Proficiency in basic arithmetic operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and conversion of fractions and decimals.
- Skill in extracting relevant information from tables, charts, graphs, and written text.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with colleagues and supervisors.
- Experience using computers and basic keyboarding skills.
- Understanding and adherence to safety rules, safe work practices, and identification of potential safety risks.
- Ability to comprehend and apply instructions, including operating and safety rules, bulletins, special instructions, and federal regulatory documents.
- Basic mechanical knowledge to solve mechanical problems.
- Apply only to those locations where you are prepared to live and work
- Comfort and capability to work around large equipment such as railcars, locomotives, and cranes.
- Willingness to wear personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection as required by the company.
- Occasional travel may be required.
- To be considered for this position, candidates are required to successfully complete an assessment in English before proceeding to the interview stage. For more information go to the FAQs on UP.jobs.
Qualifications – Preferred
- Completion of vocational courses in electronics or mechanics, demonstrating competence in the field.
- Proficiency in the use of both hand tools and power tools.
- Fundamental knowledge and experience in mechanical operations.
- Proven track record of working outdoors in diverse weather conditions, including experience gained through professional engagements, personal projects, and volunteer work.
- Comfort and willingness to work in confined spaces or small environments.
- Flexibility in scheduling, including the ability to work different shifts, overtime, holidays, and weekends.
Physical and Mental Job Requirements
- To be considered for employment, candidates must successfully pass a Physical Ability Test (PAT). Please note that this test is separate from the medical exam. For additional details, refer to the FAQs on UP.jobs.
- Normal Color Vision: You should have normal color vision to accurately detect and interpret various visual color signals and displays. This includes the ability to identify and determine the speed of moving objects at different distances.
- Sensory Perception: You must be able to detect unusual sounds and smells during inspections and testing.
- Hand Coordination and Speed: You should be capable of making frequent coordinated hand movements to grasp, place, or move objects. Additionally, you need to have the ability to respond quickly to sounds.
- Depth Perception: It is essential to possess normal depth perception to accurately judge the speed and distance of locomotives being moved in the service area.
- Physical Stamina: While not constant, there may be occasional bending, stooping, and kneeling involved in the job. Furthermore, you should be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 85 lbs when required.
- Balance and Mobility: You should be able to safely walk and maintain balance on uneven surfaces.
- Manual Dexterity and Eye-Hand Coordination: The job requires manual dexterity, precise eye-hand coordination, and the ability to perform physically strenuous tasks
Senior Electronic Technician (Alexandria, LA)
Senior Electronic Technicians are responsible for repair, maintenance and installation of VHF, UHF, and licensed microwave radio transmission systems. These systems support voice and data connectivity across Union Pacific Network, along with other IP-based technologies, to provide real-time data collection. At Union Pacific we are powered by our people, will you join our team?
Accountabilities
- Maintain and repair telecommunications facilities in your territory.
- Work independently or occasionally with another technician.
- Maintain and repair mobile and base radios (155-162 MHz, 5-100 watts).
- Work on terrestrial microwave systems (5.8 GHz, 6 GHz, 10-12 GHz, 18 GHz).
- Handle SCADA radios (200, 400, and 900 MHz).
- Service presence sensing equipment (loop detection, IR, sonar/acoustic).
- Maintain routers, switches, access points, and IP video surveillance systems.
- Perform maintenance on generators (2,000 to 17,000 watts) and rectifier systems (12, 24, 48V).
- Maintain radio tower marking light systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair antenna and RF transmission lines.
- Ensure RF surge suppression and grounding/bonding systems are functioning properly.
- Utilize test equipment such as antenna analyzers, service monitors, spectrum analyzers, and power meters.
- Diagnose issues with antennas and coax cables before involving tower climbers.
- Provide support for internal customer devices.
- Prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Respond to service restoration calls, often due to weather-related damages.
- Ensure critical equipment is repaired promptly to maintain train service.
Qualifications – Required
- Basic computer skills
- Valid driver’s license
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills to deliver information to coworker(s) and supervisor(s)
- Able and willing to understand and apply safety rules, practice safe work habits, identify safety risks, and avoid potentially risky behaviors and situations
- Able to assist and direct work of others
- Able to communicate and work well both independently and with others
- Able to perform basic arithmetic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and conversion of fractions into decimals and decimals into fractions to solve practical problems. In addition, applicants must be able to extract relevant information from tables, charts, graphs, and text
- Able to plan, organize, and track information and activities
- Able to understand and apply basic mechanical principles to solve mechanical problems
Qualifications – Preferred
Physical and Mental Job Requirements
Work Conditions
- Able to provide your own transportation.
- Agree to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection where the company requires.
- Apply only to those locations where you are prepared to live and work.
- Authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
- Must be available to work any shift.
- Must be willing and able to work around large equipment such as railcars, locomotives and cranes.
- Travel Requirements: May be away from home five days per week.
- Willingness to practice safe work habits.
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