Signal Maintainer - Clinton, IA
Union Pacific Railroad · Clinton, IA · 1 mo ago
Engineering$50.52/hrFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections for headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections that have real specific content. We must not repeat job title as heading. Must not include Job ID etc. Must preserve all substantive info, remove boilerplate.
We need to parse the posting.
Key info:
- Reference Number: 5303 (metadata, drop)
- Department: Engineering (metadata, drop)
- Closing Date: Apply early as this job may be filled at any time. (metadata, drop)
- Rate of Pay: $50.52 (Pay section)
- Most communications will be done electronically. Please check email, including spam folders, daily. If you wish to solicit an employee referral for this position, please ensure the employee submits the referral prior to submitting your application. (application instructions, drop)
- Description: We are seeking a skilled professional to join our team as a Signal System Technician. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the safety and efficiency of our railroad operations. Your primary responsibilities will include conducting signal system testing in accordance with FRA (Federal Railroad Administration) and UPRR (Union Pacific Railroad) requirements. You will also take the lead in installing, repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining a wide range of railroad signals and grade crossing warning devices. (About the role / Responsibilities)
- Required Certifications: For this position, you will be required to become a Union Pacific certified driver during your probationary period. To become certified, you must meet the following Motor Vehicle and Medical Requirements: Have valid driver's license Have an acceptable driving record per your Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Medical Requirements:Must meet the medical requirements (also called physical qualifications) for commercial motor vehicle drivers as specified by the US Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). The FMCSA physical qualifications for drivers can be found on the FMCSA homepage. Health and Medical Services at Union Pacific Railroad will make the final determination on whether or not an individual meets the FMCSA medical qualifications, and may add additional medical requirements to assure the person can safety perform job tasks, with or without accommodation. (Qualifications / Requirements)
- Accountabilities (list of duties) (Responsibilities)
- Qualifications - Required (list)
- Qualifications - Preferred (list)
- Physical Requirements (list)
- Work Conditions (list)
- What We Offer (Benefits)
We need to decide sections.
We have:
- About the role: description paragraph.
- Responsibilities: could combine description and accountabilities list.
- Requirements: maybe required certifications and required qualifications.
- Qualifications: maybe preferred qualifications.
- Skills: maybe not explicit; we could embed within qualifications.
- Benefits: What We Offer list.
- Pay: Rate of Pay: $50.52.
- Schedule: not mentioned; no schedule info, so omit.
We must not create sections with filler. So include About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Benefits, Pay. Possibly also Skills? Not needed.
We must use for section headings. Use
for section headings. Use - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. Use
for prose.
We need to preserve all substantive information. Must not invent or summarize away detail. Must not repeat job title as heading. Must not include Job ID etc.
We need to include all details from description, responsibilities list, required certifications, required qualifications, preferred qualifications, physical requirements, work conditions, benefits.
We need to decide how to split into sections.
Potential sections:
About the role
We are seeking a skilled professional to join our team as a Signal System Technician. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the safety and efficiency of our railroad operations. Your primary responsibilities will include conducting signal system testing in accordance with FRA (Federal Railroad Administration) and UPRR (Union Pacific Railroad) requirements. You will also take the lead in installing, repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining a wide range of railroad signals and grade crossing warning devices.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough inspections of signal circuitry, equipment, and systems to identify and address problems and defects.
- Perform comprehensive testing of signal circuitry, equipment, and systems in accordance with FRA reporting requirements.
- Utilize troubleshooting techniques to identify and resolve malfunctions in signal circuitry, equipment, and systems.
- Assemble and disassemble signal crossing warning device equipment as needed.
- Carry out maintenance, repair, and replacement tasks for signal communication circuitry, systems, and components.
- Efficiently plan, organize, and track information and activities related to signal circuitry and equipment, while providing guidance to team members.
- Take responsibility for excavation work, including digging holes and trenches required for installation purposes.
- Adhere to company and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
- Foster positive working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, contractors, and customers, and handle conflict situations effectively.
- Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations, particularly those mandated by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
- Undertake additional duties as assigned by the supervisor to contribute to the overall efficiency of the job role.
Requirements
Required certifications: You will be required to become a Union Pacific certified driver during your probationary period. To become certified, you must meet the following Motor Vehicle and Medical Requirements:
- Have a valid driver's license.
- Have an acceptable driving record per your Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
- Meet the medical requirements (also called physical qualifications) for commercial motor vehicle drivers as specified by the US Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
Health and Medical Services at Union Pacific Railroad will make the final determination on whether or not an individual meets the FMCSA medical qualifications, and may add additional medical requirements to assure the person can safely perform job tasks, with or without accommodation.
Also include Required Qualifications list.
Maybe combine under Requirements section: both certifications and required qualifications.
Let's list Required Qualifications:
- Possess a valid driver's license.
- Proficient in working with both print and digital information.
- Demonstrate the ability to comprehend, interpret, reference, evaluate, organize, and accurately record both non-technical and technical information.
- Have computer literacy and basic keyboarding skills.
- Display excellent communication skills.
- Understand and adhere to safety rules, practice safe work habits, identify potential safety risks, and avoid hazardous behaviors and situations.
- Communicate effectively in English, speaking clearly and concisely to interact with colleagues and supervisors.
- Capable of working effectively both independently and in group settings.
- 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.
We'll put these as .
Qualifications
Preferred qualifications list.
Let's list Preferred Qualifications:
- Completion of a recognized formal electrical training program, such as those offered by a community college, trade/vocational school, or military institution.
- Possession of an Associate's degree or higher in electrical engineering or electronic technology.
- Experience working in a variety of shifts, including overtime, holidays, and weekends.
- Ability to work in confined spaces, demonstrating familiarity and adherence to safety protocols.
- Willingness to work outdoors regardless of weather conditions.
- Proficiency in operating construction equipment, including but not limited to backhoes, trenchers, cranes, and other relevant machinery.
- Familiarity with working on and around moving heavy equipment.
- Previous experience with railroad signaling systems.
- Background in construction work, showcasing relevant knowledge and skills.
- Previous exposure to work environments that necessitate the use of personal protective equipment, such as shock and arc flash clothing, safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the electrical field, which can be supported by a documented work history including references and proof of apprentice or journeyman training.
- Possession of a certificate in electricity or electronics, or an equivalent level of education.
We'll put as .
Physical Requirements and Work Conditions could be part of Requirements or separate sections. Since we have a Requirements section already, we could add sub-sections? But we only allowed headings for specific sections; we could add another heading like "Physical Requirements" and "Work Conditions". The instruction says use headings for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It doesn't forbid other headings, but says "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." So we might combine Physical Requirements and Work Conditions into Requirements or Qualifications? But they are substantive; we could add a section "Physical Requirements" and "Work Conditions". However they'd be thin? They have multiple bullet points; could be okay.
But we need to avoid too many sections. Perhaps we can include Physical Requirements under Requirements, and Work Conditions under Requirements as well. But we need to preserve all info; we can embed them as lists under Requirements.
Let's decide: Requirements section will contain:
- Required certifications (list)
- Required qualifications (list)
- Physical requirements (list)
- Work conditions (list)
That may be many lists but still under one heading.
Alternatively, we could split into Requirements and Physical Requirements and Work Conditions as separate headings. But that would be many sections.
Given instruction: "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." So better to combine.
Thus we will have sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications (preferred), Benefits, Pay.
Now Benefits: What We Offer list.
Let's extract Benefits:
- A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture
- 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)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 20% match up to 5%
- Medical, dental and vision insurance, which are collectively bargained for through union membership
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
We'll put as .
Pay: Rate of Pay: $50.52. We'll put Rate of Pay: $50.52
under Pay heading.
Now ensure we didn't include boilerplate: removed Reference Number, Department, Closing Date, application instructions, EEO etc.
Check for any leftover boilerplate: The text "Most communications will be done electronically..." etc removed. Also removed "If you wish to solicit an employee referral..." etc. Also removed "Apply only to those locations where you are prepared to live and work Union Pacific strives to attract all available talent..." etc (that's fluff). Also removed "We are committed to creating an environment where all people can be their best..." etc.
Now ensure we didn't miss any substantive info: The description about conducting signal system testing etc is in About the role. The responsibilities list we included. The required certifications we included. Required qualifications we included. Preferred qualifications we included. Physical requirements and work conditions we omitted? Wait we omitted them! We need to include them somewhere. We said we would include them under Requirements. Let's add them.
Physical Requirements list:
- Must have normal color vision, enabling the detection and interpretation of various visual color signals and displays, as well as the ability to determine the speed of moving objects at both close and distant ranges.
- Must be capable of standing for extended periods during the workday, with the flexibility to change positions periodically for comfort.
- Must have the capacity to engage in physically demanding tasks, including occasional bending, stooping, and kneeling.
- 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.
- Must be able to occasionally walk, climb, and maintain balance on ladders, poles, and equipment in a safe manner.
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for prose. We need to preserve all substantive information. Must not invent or summarize away detail. Must not repeat job title as heading. Must not include Job ID etc. We need to include all details from description, responsibilities list, required certifications, required qualifications, preferred qualifications, physical requirements, work conditions, benefits. We need to decide how to split into sections. Potential sections:
About the role
We are seeking a skilled professional to join our team as a Signal System Technician. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the safety and efficiency of our railroad operations. Your primary responsibilities will include conducting signal system testing in accordance with FRA (Federal Railroad Administration) and UPRR (Union Pacific Railroad) requirements. You will also take the lead in installing, repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining a wide range of railroad signals and grade crossing warning devices.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough inspections of signal circuitry, equipment, and systems to identify and address problems and defects.
- Perform comprehensive testing of signal circuitry, equipment, and systems in accordance with FRA reporting requirements.
- Utilize troubleshooting techniques to identify and resolve malfunctions in signal circuitry, equipment, and systems.
- Assemble and disassemble signal crossing warning device equipment as needed.
- Carry out maintenance, repair, and replacement tasks for signal communication circuitry, systems, and components.
- Efficiently plan, organize, and track information and activities related to signal circuitry and equipment, while providing guidance to team members.
- Take responsibility for excavation work, including digging holes and trenches required for installation purposes.
- Adhere to company and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
- Foster positive working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, contractors, and customers, and handle conflict situations effectively.
- Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations, particularly those mandated by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
- Undertake additional duties as assigned by the supervisor to contribute to the overall efficiency of the job role.
Requirements
Required certifications: You will be required to become a Union Pacific certified driver during your probationary period. To become certified, you must meet the following Motor Vehicle and Medical Requirements:
- Have a valid driver's license.
- Have an acceptable driving record per your Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
- Meet the medical requirements (also called physical qualifications) for commercial motor vehicle drivers as specified by the US Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
Health and Medical Services at Union Pacific Railroad will make the final determination on whether or not an individual meets the FMCSA medical qualifications, and may add additional medical requirements to assure the person can safely perform job tasks, with or without accommodation.
Also include Required Qualifications list. Maybe combine under Requirements section: both certifications and required qualifications. Let's list Required Qualifications: - Possess a valid driver's license. - Proficient in working with both print and digital information. - Demonstrate the ability to comprehend, interpret, reference, evaluate, organize, and accurately record both non-technical and technical information. - Have computer literacy and basic keyboarding skills. - Display excellent communication skills. - Understand and adhere to safety rules, practice safe work habits, identify potential safety risks, and avoid hazardous behaviors and situations. - Communicate effectively in English, speaking clearly and concisely to interact with colleagues and supervisors. - Capable of working effectively both independently and in group settings. - 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. We'll put these as- .
Qualifications
Preferred qualifications list. Let's list Preferred Qualifications: - Completion of a recognized formal electrical training program, such as those offered by a community college, trade/vocational school, or military institution. - Possession of an Associate's degree or higher in electrical engineering or electronic technology. - Experience working in a variety of shifts, including overtime, holidays, and weekends. - Ability to work in confined spaces, demonstrating familiarity and adherence to safety protocols. - Willingness to work outdoors regardless of weather conditions. - Proficiency in operating construction equipment, including but not limited to backhoes, trenchers, cranes, and other relevant machinery. - Familiarity with working on and around moving heavy equipment. - Previous experience with railroad signaling systems. - Background in construction work, showcasing relevant knowledge and skills. - Previous exposure to work environments that necessitate the use of personal protective equipment, such as shock and arc flash clothing, safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection. - Comprehensive knowledge of the electrical field, which can be supported by a documented work history including references and proof of apprentice or journeyman training. - Possession of a certificate in electricity or electronics, or an equivalent level of education. We'll put as- .
Physical Requirements and Work Conditions could be part of Requirements or separate sections. Since we have a Requirements section already, we could add sub-sections? But we only allowed headings for specific sections; we could add another heading like "Physical Requirements" and "Work Conditions". The instruction says use headings for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It doesn't forbid other headings, but says "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." So we might combine Physical Requirements and Work Conditions into Requirements or Qualifications? But they are substantive; we could add a section "Physical Requirements" and "Work Conditions". However they'd be thin? They have multiple bullet points; could be okay.
But we need to avoid too many sections. Perhaps we can include Physical Requirements under Requirements, and Work Conditions under Requirements as well. But we need to preserve all info; we can embed them as lists under Requirements.
Let's decide: Requirements section will contain:
- Required certifications (list)
- Required qualifications (list)
- Physical requirements (list)
- Work conditions (list)
That may be many lists but still under one heading.
Alternatively, we could split into Requirements and Physical Requirements and Work Conditions as separate headings. But that would be many sections.
Given instruction: "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." So better to combine.
Thus we will have sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications (preferred), Benefits, Pay.
Now Benefits: What We Offer list.
Let's extract Benefits:
- A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture
- 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)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 20% match up to 5%
- Medical, dental and vision insurance, which are collectively bargained for through union membership
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
We'll put as
- .
Pay: Rate of Pay: $50.52. We'll put
Rate of Pay: $50.52
under Pay heading. Now ensure we didn't include boilerplate: removed Reference Number, Department, Closing Date, application instructions, EEO etc. Check for any leftover boilerplate: The text "Most communications will be done electronically..." etc removed. Also removed "If you wish to solicit an employee referral..." etc. Also removed "Apply only to those locations where you are prepared to live and work Union Pacific strives to attract all available talent..." etc (that's fluff). Also removed "We are committed to creating an environment where all people can be their best..." etc. Now ensure we didn't miss any substantive info: The description about conducting signal system testing etc is in About the role. The responsibilities list we included. The required certifications we included. Required qualifications we included. Preferred qualifications we included. Physical requirements and work conditions we omitted? Wait we omitted them! We need to include them somewhere. We said we would include them under Requirements. Let's add them. Physical Requirements list: - Must have normal color vision, enabling the detection and interpretation of various visual color signals and displays, as well as the ability to determine the speed of moving objects at both close and distant ranges. - Must be capable of standing for extended periods during the workday, with the flexibility to change positions periodically for comfort. - Must have the capacity to engage in physically demanding tasks, including occasional bending, stooping, and kneeling. - 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. - Must be able to occasionally walk, climb, and maintain balance on ladders, poles, and equipment in a safe manner. -