Assistant Signal Person - Council Bluffs, IA Constant Travel Required

Union Pacific • Rockwell City, IA

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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 includes working with a variety of equipment to support the safe and efficient transportation of goods. It requires operating company vehicles and traveling across a designated geographic territory; the posting states constant travel is required and approximately 95–100% travel is preferred. Employees may need to relocate during employment and work at heights of 20 feet or more.

The position requires adherence to safety, operational, and Federal Railroad Administration regulations and guidelines. Candidates must complete an English-language assessment before the interview stage and a separate Physical Ability Test to be eligible for employment. The role is based in Council Bluffs, Iowa, and the posting lists a rate of pay of $39.40 without specifying a pay period.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to provide assistance and effectively supervise others.
• Planning, organization, and information- and activity-maintenance skills.
• 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 conversion of fractions and decimals.
• Ability to extract relevant information from tables, charts, graphs, and text to solve practical problems.
• Ability to apply fundamental mechanical principles to resolve mechanical issues.
• Interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively both independently and within a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for conveying information to colleagues and supervisors.
• Successful completion of an English-language assessment before proceeding to the interview stage.
• Successful completion of a Physical Ability Test for employment eligibility.
• Normal color vision.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, change positions periodically, and perform physically demanding tasks, including occasional bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 65 pounds and push and pull objects weighing up to 119 pounds.
• Ability to walk and maintain balance safely on uneven surfaces, make frequent coordinated hand movements, and frequently walk to access the work site.
• 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.
• Agreement to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection.
• Apply only to locations where prepared 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, gained professionally, personally, or through volunteer work.
• Experience working outdoors in diverse weather conditions, gained professionally, personally, or through 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 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 and operational requirements and Federal Railroad Administration 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, dental, and vision insurance, collectively bargained through union membership.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs.

What This Job Offers

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