Assistant Signal Person - North Little Rock (System Travel Required)

Union Pacific • Rock, AR

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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 travel across the designated geographic territory. The position is based in North Little Rock, with system travel required.

The employee inspects and tests signal circuitry, equipment, and systems; assembles, disassembles, troubleshoots, repairs, installs, maintains, and replaces signal equipment and components; and uses machines, tools, vehicles, and other equipment responsibly while keeping work areas clean. The role requires adherence to safety, operational, and Federal Railroad Administration regulations, along with effective collaboration and ownership of assigned work.

Candidates must complete an English assessment before proceeding to an interview and, if eligible for employment, successfully complete a separate Physical Ability Test. Work may involve heights of 20 feet or more, physically demanding tasks, outdoor conditions, extensive travel, on-call work, overtime, varying shifts, and work on weekends and holidays. Employees must wear required personal protective equipment and may need to relocate during employment.

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 conversion of fractions and decimals.
• Ability to extract 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 collaborate independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for conveying information to colleagues and supervisors.
• Successful completion of an English 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 lbs. and push and pull objects weighing up to 119 lbs.
• Ability to walk and maintain balance safely on uneven surfaces, make frequent coordinated hand movements, and frequently walk to 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.
• Consistently practice safe work habits and wear mandatory personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection as required.
• Flexibility to potentially relocate during employment.
• 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, 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, and 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 make 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.
• Adapt to change, act proactively, contribute to the team, and take ownership of tasks to ensure high-quality and timely completion.
• 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 assigned duties as required.

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, collectively bargained through union membership.
• Dental insurance, collectively bargained through union membership.
• 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