Assistant Signal Person - LaGrande, OR (travel position)

Union Pacific • La Grande, OR

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About The Position

The Assistant Signal Person assists with the installation, repair, and upkeep of railroad signals and grade crossing warning systems. The role supports the safe and efficient transportation of goods by Union Pacific and involves inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, constructing, maintaining, and repairing signal equipment and circuitry. Employees use a variety of tools, machines, vehicles, and equipment, keep work areas clean, and operate company vehicles while traveling across the designated geographic territory. The position requires adherence to safety, operational, and Federal Railroad Administration regulations and guidelines, as well as effective collaboration with colleagues, supervisors, contractors, and customers.

This is a travel position based in LaGrande, Oregon. The preferred qualifications indicate extensive travel of approximately 95–100% of the time. The role may require working at heights of 20 feet or more, in confined or small spaces, outdoors in diverse weather, and on-call, overtime, various shifts, seven days a week, including weekends and holidays. Candidates must pass an English assessment before interview and a separate Physical Ability Test for employment eligibility.

Requirements

• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Have basic computer skills.
• Be capable of providing assistance and effectively supervising others.
• Be able to plan, organize, and maintain information and activities.
• Understand and follow safety rules, promote safe work habits, and identify potential risks.
• Perform basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and conversion of fractions and decimals.
• Extract relevant information from tables, charts, graphs, and text to solve practical problems.
• Apply fundamental mechanical principles to resolve mechanical issues.
• Have interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively both independently and within a team.
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills for conveying information to colleagues and supervisors.
• Successfully complete an English assessment before proceeding to the interview stage.
• Successfully complete a Physical Ability Test for employment eligibility.
• Have normal color vision.
• Be able to stand for extended periods, change positions periodically, and perform physically demanding tasks that may include bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Be able to occasionally lift and carry up to 65 lbs and push and pull objects weighing up to 119 lbs.
• Be able to walk and maintain balance on uneven surfaces, make frequent coordinated hand movements, and frequently walk to access the work site.
• Be at least 18 years old.
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• Be willing and able to work at heights of 20 feet or more.
• Consistently practice safe work habits and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Be flexible about potentially relocating during employment.

Nice To Haves

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class A or Class B.
• Certificate from a recognized electrical training program, such as community college, trade or vocational school, or military training.
• Associate's degree or higher in electrical engineering or electronic technology.
• Experience operating heavy equipment, such as construction or farm machinery, through professional, personal, or volunteer work.
• Experience working outdoors in diverse weather conditions.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection.
• Knowledge of installation and maintenance of railroad signaling devices.
• 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, seven days a week, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test signal circuitry, equipment, and systems to identify and resolve issues and defects.
• Assemble and disassemble signal crossing warning device equipment, troubleshoot problems, and perform necessary repairs.
• Construct, install, maintain, repair, and replace signal communication circuitry, systems, and components.
• Use machines, tools, vehicles, and equipment responsibly and maintain clean work areas.
• Operate company vehicles and travel across the designated geographic territory.
• Demonstrate proactive behavior, contribute to the team, take ownership of tasks, and complete work to a high standard and on time.
• Build positive working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, contractors, and customers, and manage conflicts effectively.
• Follow safety, operational, and Federal Railroad Administration regulations and guidelines.
• Perform additional assigned duties as required.

Benefits

• Strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture.
• Ongoing learning and development.
• Educational Assistance, including little to no out-of-pocket cost for online and in-person courses at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and Metropolitan Community College.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 20% match up to 5%.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance collectively bargained through union membership.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed