Work Equipment Mechanic Field (IAM) - TRAVEL JOB

About the role

Join our dynamic team of Work Equipment Mechanics! As a valued member, you will play a vital role in the upkeep and restoration of tools, equipment, and machinery for our esteemed engineering department. Your expertise will directly contribute to Union Pacific's commitment to delivering goods safely and efficiently to our valued customers across North America. We are powered by our people, will you join our team?

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 with others orally and in writing, and utilize print and digital information.
• Adhere to 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 (FRA) requirements.
• Carry out additional assigned duties as necessary.

Qualifications

Required:

• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Proficient computer literacy and basic keyboarding skills.
• Demonstrated understanding and application of safety rules, with the ability to practice safe work habits, identify safety risks, and avoid potentially risky behaviors and situations.
• Competence in using both high precision (e.g., calipers, electronic scales) and low precision (e.g., tape measures, hand levels) instruments to obtain accurate measurements.
• Proficiency in performing basic arithmetic operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and conversion of fractions into decimals and decimals into fractions to solve practical problems. Additionally, the ability to extract relevant information from tables, charts, graphs, and text.
• Capability to read and comprehend schematic drawings of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Ownership of a personal set of mechanics' tools if employed.
• Experience working with large motor generators, high-voltage circuitry, electronics, and/or electro-mechanical systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information to colleagues and supervisors.
• Either a minimum of 4 years of verifiable experience as a diesel mechanic or gas automotive/heavy equipment mechanic OR possession of a Journeyman's Mechanic's card.
• Successfully complete an assessment in English before proceeding to the interview stage.
• Required Certifications: Must become a Union Pacific certified driver during probationary period; meet Motor Vehicle and Medical Requirements: minimum 21 years of age, valid driver's license, acceptable driving record per MVR; may need CDL if operating vehicle GVWR ≥ 26,000 lbs; must meet FMCSA medical qualifications for commercial motor vehicle drivers.
• Physical Requirements: Pass Physical Ability Test (PAT); normal color vision; ability to discern visual color signals and speed of moving objects; capable of standing or sitting > half workday; lift/carry/push/pull 50-150 lbs; perform physically strenuous work continuously; occasional bending, stooping, kneeling; frequent walking; maintain balance; manual dexterity and excellent eye-hand coordination.
• Work Conditions: Must be at least 21 years of age; legally authorized to work in US without sponsorship; ability to work at heights ≥20 ft; comply with PPE (safety glasses, boots, hard hats, hearing protection); travel 95-100% (away from home several days to weeks); position governed by IAM.

Preferred:

• Possession of a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A or Class B, or ability to obtain one during probationary period.
• Associate's degree