About this role
<p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Reference Number:</strong> 4857 <br><strong>Department: </strong>Engineering <br><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Closing Date:</strong> Apply early as this job may be filled at any time.<br></span></span><span style="font-size:16.0px"><strong>Rate of Pay: $32.21/hr</strong></span><br><em>Most communications will be done electronically. Please check email, including spam folders, daily.</em></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>If you wish to solicit an employee referral for this position, please ensure the employee submits the referral prior to submitting your application.</strong></span></span></p> <p> </p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Description</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Join a team of track laborers with a record of building and repairing railroad tracks for Union Pacific over 150 years! As a Track Laborer - Regional, you will play a vital role in the upkeep and enhancement of the tracks within your designated territory. By conducting essential maintenance, repairs, and installations, you will ensure the safe and efficient movement of trains, enabling Union Pacific to effectively serve its customers across North America. Join us and become part of a workforce that drives our success. Will you accept the challenge?</span></span></p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Accountabilities</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Conducting thorough inspections of railroad tracks, track beds, and track right-of-way to identify any problems or defects.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Performing necessary repairs and replacements of rails, rail anchors, spikes, ballast, ties, and other components as required.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Assisting with the handling, unloading, and movement of track materials and equipment from rail cars, carts, or trucks. This may involve digging holes and trenches.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Executing various track maintenance tasks, repairs, and installations, which may involve operating heavy equipment.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Maintaining the track beds by removing vegetation and brush when necessary. You will also be responsible for sweeping, picking, and digging out dust or snow from movable track parts.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Adhering to company and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures at all times.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Building and maintaining positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, and customers. You will also need to effectively handle high-pressure situations.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Ensuring strict compliance with all railroad rules and regulations regarding safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Performing any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.</span></span></li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Qualifications - Required</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:13.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Applicants must have reached the age of 18 or above.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px">Valid driver's license</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px">Proficient verbal and written communication skills to deliver information to coworker(s) and supervisor(s)</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px">Experience reading and understanding instructions (examples may include: operating and safety rules, bulletins, special instructions, and federal regulatory documents)</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:13.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">To be considered for this position, candidates are required to successfully complete an assessment in English before proceeding to the interview stage. For more information go to the FAQs on UP.jobs.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Qualifications - Preferred</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Possess Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A or Class B</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Experience working outdoors in variable weather conditions (consider professional, personal, and volunteer experience)</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Experience welding or a welding certificate (consider professional, personal, and volunteer experience)</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Experience working in a construction-type setting (consider professional, personal, and volunteer experience)</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Experience operating heavy equipment such as construction, farm, etc. (consider professional, personal, and volunteer experience)</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Experience of 1 year or more in Railroad Maintenance of Way work</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Willing to work on-call, overtime, various shifts, 7 days a week, as well as weekends and holidays</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Have a permanent residence within a 50-mile radious of the hired location by the 60-day probationary period</span></span></li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Physical and Mental Job Requirements</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:13.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Candidates are required to successfully pass a Physical Ability Test (PAT) before being considered for employment. This is separate from the medical exam. For more information go to the FAQs on UP.jobs.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:13.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Physically Demanding Tasks: Must have the capacity to engage in physically demanding tasks, including occasional bending, stooping, and kneeling.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:13.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Lifting and Carrying: Must be able to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 65 lbs, as well as push and pull objects up to 119 lbs.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:13.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Standing: Must be capable of standing for extended periods during the workday, with the flexibility to change positions periodically for comfort.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:13.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Walking: Safely walk and maintain balance on uneven surfaces.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:13.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Climbing: Must be able to climb ladders to access truck storage as necessary.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Work Conditions</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:13.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:13.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Willingness to comply with company policies regarding the use of personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:13.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Availability to work at locations where you are willing to reside and perform job duties.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:13.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Demonstrated commitment to practicing safe work habits.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:13.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Ability to work in proximity to large equipment, such as railcars, locomotives, and cranes.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:13.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Frequent travel is a part of the job.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:13.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Must have reliable transportation.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:13.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif">Work may be conducted in various rural and remote geographic areas.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> </div></div></div><p>Union Pacific strives to attract all available talent. We are committed to creating an environment where all people can be their best, personally and professionally, as we remain a merit and performance-based company.</p> <p>What we offer:</p> <ul> <li>A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture</li> <li>Ongoing learning, development, and 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)</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan</li> <li>Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 20% match up to 5%</li> <li>Medical, dental and vision insurance, which are collectively bargained for through union membership<br>Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs</li> </ul>