Job Description
Are you an experienced mechanic or looking to start your career in the field? Union Pacific is offering exciting opportunities and fresh challenges to work on our extensive diesel locomotive fleet. As a valued member of our innovative team, your primary objective will be to guarantee the safe and efficient servicing of our locomotives, while adhering to both company and federal standards. By doing so, you will contribute to the seamless transportation of goods to our customers across North America.
We are powered by our people, will you join our team?
Accountabilities
Efficiently operate equipment including measuring instruments, precision machines, hand tools, and material handling equipment, i.e. forklifts, cranes and overhead hoists
Communicate technical information, job briefing information, job procedure recommendations and other work-related information with others verbally, through writing, telephone, radio, and intercom
Read and interpret information from diagrams, schematics, graphs and charts, and input into a computer as needed
Ensure all equipment or materials are available and ready for use as needed
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors and/or customers and efficiently handle controversy
Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
Diagnose malfunctions in diesel engines, air brake systems, fuel systems, and other issues related to the locomotive mechanical system
Repair, replace or rebuild our locomotives and diesel engine components as needed
Inspect and service diesel locomotives fleet within compliance of company, federal, and industry standards
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications - Required
Must be 18 years of age or older
Possess a valid driver's license
Proficient verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with colleagues and supervisors
Possess at least 4 years of education or work experience as a mechanic repairing trucks, ships, farm equipment, airplanes, trains, automobiles, or diesels; alternatively, hold a current journeyman's mechanical card
Experience in conducting quick and accurate visual inspections at varying distances
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, including operating and safety rules, bulletins, special instructions, and federal regulatory documents
Willingness to relocate and work at designated locations
Commitment to practicing safe work habits
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.
Qualifications - Preferred
Holds a valid certification and/or license as a diesel mechanic from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
Successfully completed a formal auto/diesel engine training program, which could include training provided by a community college, trade/vocational school, or military.
Possesses an Associate's degree in a mechanical-related field.
Demonstrates experience as a mechanic in diverse fields such as military, aviation, nuclear, or marine.
Proficient in welding or possesses a welding certificate, acquired through professional, personal, or volunteer experience.
Exhibits a track record of working outdoors in various weather conditions, gained from professional, personal, or volunteer experiences.
Has prior experience working in environments that require the use of personal protective equipment like safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection.
Familiar with working with, on, and around moving heavy equipment, with a range of experience obtained from professional, personal, or volunteer engagements.
Displays a willingness to work in confined and/or small spaces.
Shows availability to work different shifts, including overtime, holidays, and weekends.
Physical and Mental Job Requirements
To be considered for employment, candidates must successfully pass a Physical Ability Test (PAT), which is distinct from the medical exam. For more detailed information, please refer to the FAQs on UP.jobs.
Endurance: Ability to remain standing or sitting for more than one-half of each workday, with the opportunity to change positions periodically for comfort.
Sensory Perception: Capable of detecting unusual sounds and smells during inspections and testing.
Color Vision: Must have normal color vision.
Lifting and Physical Strength: Able to occasionally bend, stoop, and kneel, as well as lift and carry objects weighing up to 65 lbs.
Coordination: Capable of making frequent coordinated hand movements to grasp, place, or move objects. Also, should be able to walk safely and maintain balance on uneven surfaces.
Visual and Auditory Perception: Able to detect and interpret various visual color signals and displays, identify the speed of moving objects at different distances (near or far), and respond quickly to...