Assistant Signal Person - Cape Girardeau, MO Constant Travel Required

Union Pacific • Commerce, MO

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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 requires constant travel across a designated geographic territory. The position is based in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

The employee inspects and tests signal circuitry, equipment, and systems; assembles and disassembles crossing-warning equipment; troubleshoots and repairs problems; and constructs, installs, maintains, repairs, and replaces signal communication circuitry, systems, and components. The role involves using machines, tools, vehicles, and equipment responsibly, keeping work areas clean, and following safety, operational, and Federal Railroad Administration regulations.

The position requires successful completion of an English assessment before interview and a separate Physical Ability Test for employment eligibility. Work may involve heights of 20 feet or more, physically demanding tasks, outdoor conditions, and potential relocation. The preferred qualifications indicate extensive travel, on-call work, overtime, varied shifts, and work seven days a week, including weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to provide assistance and effectively supervise others.
• Ability to plan, organize, and maintain information and activities.
• Commitment to understanding and following safety rules, promoting safe work habits, and identifying potential risks.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and converting fractions and decimals.
• Ability to extract relevant information from tables, charts, graphs, and text to solve practical problems.
• Familiarity with applying fundamental mechanical principles to resolve mechanical issues.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Successful completion of an English assessment before proceeding to the interview stage.
• Successful completion of a Physical Ability Test (PAT) for employment eligibility.
• Normal color vision.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and change positions periodically.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including occasional bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 65 pounds and push and pull up to 119 pounds.
• Ability to walk safely and maintain balance on uneven surfaces, make frequent coordinated hand movements, and frequently walk to access work sites.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without 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 employment.
• Willingness to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection.
• Application should be limited to locations where the applicant is ready to reside and work.

Nice To Haves

• Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• 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 through professional, personal, or volunteer work.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and use of personal protective equipment, 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, 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 keep work areas clean.
• 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 (FRA) regulations and guidelines.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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 insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Employee Assistance Programs.

What This Job Offers

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