Track Laborer - System (TRAVEL JOB)

Union Pacific Railroad
vision insurance, parental leave, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Utah, Salt Lake City
Nov 04, 2024
Reference Number:2125 Department:Engineering Closing Date:Apply early as this job may be filled at any time. Most communications will be done electronically. Please check email, including spam folders, daily. Rate of Pay:$31.39/hourly Description 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 - System, you'll perform the maintenance, repairs and installations critical to the tracks that run throughout our railroad network. We are powered by our people, will you join our team? Accountabilities Maintain track beds by cutting vegetation and brush when needed, and sweeping, picking and digging dust or snow from movable track parts Understand and follow company and industry safety rules, practices and procedures Drive company vehicles as the need arises Develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors and/or customers and effectively resolve situations that arise Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Perform other duties as assigned Observe the condition of the tracks (including beds and right-of-way) for problems or defects Remove and replace rails, rail anchors, spikes, ballast, ties and other parts as needed Handle, help unload and move track materials and equipment from rail cars, carts or trucks Work with equipment; dig holes and trenches, etc. Qualifications - Required Valid driver's license Proficient verbal and written communication skills to deliver information to coworker(s) and supervisor(s) Experience reading and understanding instructions (examples may include: operating and safety rules, bulletins, special instructions, and federal regulatory documents) Qualifications - Preferred Physical Requirements Work Conditions What we offer: 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) 401(k) retirement plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 40% match up to 5% (contribute 5% and UP will contribute 2%) Medical, dental and vision insurance, which are collectively bargained for through union membership Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs Adoption/Surrogacy Assistance, paid Maternity and Parental Leave along with nearby state-of-the-art child development center