Assistant Signal Person - Coffeyville, KS Constant Travel Required

Union Pacific • Coffeyville, KS

3d • Onsite

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 involves inspecting and testing signal circuitry, assembling and repairing crossing-warning equipment, and constructing, installing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing signal communication systems and components. Employees use various machines, tools, vehicles, and equipment while maintaining clean work areas and following safety, operational, and Federal Railroad Administration regulations. The role requires collaboration with colleagues, supervisors, contractors, and customers, as well as flexibility to work on-call, overtime, various shifts, and all days of the week, including weekends and holidays. Candidates must pass an English assessment and a separate Physical Ability Test, and must meet the stated physical and work-condition requirements.

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 arithmetic operations 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.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Successful completion of an English assessment before proceeding to the interview stage.
• At least 18 years old.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• Willingness and ability to work at heights of 20 feet or more.
• Willingness to practice safe work habits, wear required personal protective equipment, and potentially relocate during employment.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements, including normal color vision, extended standing, occasional bending, stooping and kneeling, lifting and carrying up to 65 pounds, pushing and pulling up to 119 pounds, walking and balancing on uneven surfaces, frequent coordinated hand movements, and frequent walking to work sites.
• Successful completion of a Physical Ability Test, separate from the medical examination.
• Application limited to locations where the candidate is ready to reside and work.

Nice To Haves

• Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License.
• 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, including 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.
• Prior experience in a construction-oriented setting, professional, personal, or volunteer.
• Ability to travel extensively, approximately 95–100% of the time.
• Willingness to work in confined 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.
• Take ownership of tasks and contribute proactively to high-quality, timely completion of work.
• 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

• 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