Welder Helper- Albert Lea, MN

Reference Number: 4007

Department:
Engineering

Closing Date:
Apply early as this job may be filled at any time.

Rate of Pay: $33.36/hourly

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• Must not have a current attendance status of 1st Offense, 2nd Offense, or Dismissal as per the Union Pacific Attendance Policy.
• Adhere to the Union Pacific MAPS policy by not having a current status of Training 1, Training 2 or Dismissal.
• Must not have a current Critical Safety Rule violation.
• For employees seeking a transfer to a different work location, please refer to Union Pacific's Intracraft Transfer Policy Intracraft Transfer Policy for Operating Craft (Train Crew) Employees (). If you wish to request a transfer to a position outside the scope of your collective bargaining agreement, please consult Union Pacific's Intercraft Transfer Policy Intercraft Transfer Policy (). To be eligible for transfer under either policy, employees must have completed two years of continuous service in their current position/craft.
  
  However, the two-year requirement does not apply to furloughed employees.

Become part of a dedicated group of Welder Helpers who have been instrumental in maintaining Union Pacific's railroad tracks for over 150 years! As a Welder Helper, you will actively contribute to the repair, tempering, and cutting of rails, frogs, switches, and other essential welding tasks. Your efforts in repairing or replacing tracks will play a vital role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of trains, enabling Union Pacific to serve its customers across North America.

We are powered by our people, will you join our team?

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 safely perform job tasks, with or without accommodation.

• Perform track maintenance activities such as repairs, installations, and component removals as required.
• Utilize load/unload devices to handle and transport track materials and equipment.
• Monitor track conditions for any issues or defects, while also observing the right-of-way and passing trains for any shifted loads or spillages.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently to drive spikes, tighten or loosen track bolts, and utilize pullers to remove spikes.
• Maintain the trackbed by replacing and compacting ballast, as well as assisting in unloading ballast from ballast cars.
• Foster positive relationships with colleagues, supervisors, contractors, and customers, and effectively manage conflicts when they arise.
• Ensure compliance with all safety rules, operational guidelines, and regulations set by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
• Carry out additional assigned duties as necessary.

• Possess a current and valid driver's license.
• Hold a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) of either Class A or Class B, or have the ability to obtain one during the probationary period.
• Capable of comprehending and interpreting regulations and instructions.
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information to colleagues and supervisors.
• 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.

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