Work Equipment Mechanic Field (IAM) - Proviso, IL

Union Pacific • Melrose Park, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Union Pacific is hiring a Work Equipment Mechanic to maintain and restore tools, equipment, and machinery for its engineering department. The position supports the safe and efficient delivery of goods across North America and is governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM). The position pays $41.57 per hour and travel constitutes approximately 95–100% of the role, with employees potentially away from home for several days to weeks at a time.

The mechanic inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs tools, roadway machines, vehicles, and equipment. The role requires adherence to company and industry safety procedures, operational guidelines, and Federal Railroad Administration requirements. Work may involve heights of 20 feet or higher, physically strenuous tasks, and work outdoors, in confined spaces, or near heavy moving equipment. Schedules may include different workday patterns, shifts, overtime, holidays, and weekends.

Employees must have a valid driver's license and become Union Pacific certified drivers during their probationary period. A CDL may also be required during probation if operating vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,000 pounds or greater. Candidates must meet FMCSA medical qualifications and pass a separate Physical Ability Test. A personal set of mechanics' tools is required if employed.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license; must become a Union Pacific certified driver during the probationary period.
• Must be at least 21 years old and have an acceptable motor vehicle record to qualify for driver certification.
• Must meet FMCSA medical requirements for commercial motor vehicle drivers; Union Pacific Health and Medical Services makes the final determination and may apply additional requirements.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• Proficient computer literacy and basic keyboarding skills.
• Ability to understand and apply safety rules, practice safe work habits, identify safety risks, and avoid risky behaviors and situations.
• Ability to use high- and low-precision measuring instruments, such as calipers, electronic scales, tape measures, and hand levels.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and convert fractions and decimals to solve practical problems, and extract information from tables, charts, graphs, and text.
• Ability to read and comprehend schematic drawings of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Must own a personal set of mechanics' tools if employed.
• Experience working with large motor generators, high-voltage circuitry, electronics, and/or electromechanical systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Either at least 4 years of verifiable experience as a diesel mechanic or gas automotive/heavy equipment mechanic, or a Journeyman's Mechanic's card.
• Must successfully complete an English-language assessment before proceeding to the interview stage.
• Must successfully pass a Physical Ability Test.
• Normal color vision and ability to interpret visual color signals and displays, and identify and determine the speed of moving objects at near and far distances.
• Ability to stand or sit for more than half of each workday, with opportunities to change position periodically.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing 50–150 pounds; perform continuous strenuous work; and occasionally bend, stoop, and kneel.
• Frequent walking on varied surfaces, balance, manual dexterity, and excellent eye-hand coordination are required.
• Ability to work at heights of 20 feet or higher.
• Must comply with required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection.
• Must be willing to work at the listed location and travel extensively; travel is approximately 95–100% and may require being away from home for days to weeks.

Nice To Haves

• CDL Class A or Class B, or ability to obtain one during the probationary period.
• Associate's degree or higher in electronics, control systems, AC/DC motors, mechanics, diesel technology, or electrical components.
• Successful completion of formal training specializing in electronics, control systems, AC/DC motors, or electrical components.
• Experience working outdoors in diverse weather conditions.
• Experience handling, operating, or working near heavy moving equipment.
• Previous experience in a workplace requiring personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection.
• Flexibility and willingness to work in confined and/or small spaces.
• Availability to work various shifts, overtime, holidays, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain tools, roadway machines, vehicles, and equipment.
• Conduct maintenance and repairs, and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Organize and track information, and coordinate the work of team members.
• Communicate and collaborate orally and in writing, and use print and digital information.
• Follow company and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures.
• Foster positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, and customers, and handle conflicts effectively.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, operational guidelines, and Federal Railroad Administration requirements.
• Carry out additional assigned duties as necessary.

Benefits

• Educational Assistance, including online and in-person courses at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and Metropolitan Community College with little to no out-of-pocket cost.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 20% match up to 5%.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs.

What This Job Offers

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