Track Laborer - Regional Driver - Pine Bluff, AR

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 - Regional, you will play a vital role in the upkeep and enhancement of the tracks within your designated territory. By conducting essential maintenance, repairs, and installations, you will ensure the safe and efficient movement of trains, enabling Union Pacific to effectively serve its customers across North America. Join us and become part of a workforce that drives our success. Will you accept the challenge?

• Handle, help unload and move track materials and equipment from rail cars, carts ortrucks
• Remove and replace rails, rail anchors, spikes, ballast, ties and other parts as needed
• Work with equipment; dig holes and trenches, etc.
• Observe the condition of the tracks (including beds and right-of-way) for problems ordefects
• Understand and follow company and industry safety rules, practices and procedures
• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations andFederal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors and/or customers and effectively resolve situations that arise
• Drive company vehicles as the need arises
• Maintain track beds by cutting vegetation and brush when needed, and sweeping, picking and digging dust or snow from movable track parts
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Applicants must have reached the age of 21 or above.
• Conduct regular inspections of tracks, track beds, and right-of-way to identify anyissues or defects.
• Replace and repair rails, rail anchors, spikes, ballast, ties, and other track componentsas necessary.
• Assist in the unloading, movement, and handling of track materials and equipment,including digging holes and trenches.
• Maintain track beds by clearing vegetation and brush, as well as removing dust orsnow from movable track parts.
• Adhere to company and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures.
• Operate company vehicles as required.
• Perform track maintenance, repairs, and installations.
• Ensure compliance with all railroad regulations, including safety standards and FederalRailroad Administration (FRA) guidelines.
• Foster positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, and customers, and effectively resolve any arising issues.
• Carry out additional assigned duties as needed.
• In order 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.

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class A or Class B
• Demonstrated experience working outdoors in diverse weather conditions (e.g., professional, personal, or volunteer experience)
• Proficiency in welding or possession of a welding certificate (e.g., acquired throughprofessional, personal, or volunteer experience)
• Competence in operating heavy equipment, including construction and farm machinery(e.g., acquired through professional, personal, or volunteer experience)
• Familiarity with working in construction-like environments (e.g., gained throughprofessional, personal, or volunteer experience)
• Minimum of one year experience in Railroad Maintenance of Way work
• Flexibility to work on-call, overtime, and various shifts, including weekends, holidays,and 7 days a week
• Experience of 1 year or more in Railroad Maintenance of Way work
• Willing to work on-call, overtime, various shifts, 7 days a week, as well as weekends and holidays
• Have a permanent residence within a 50-mile radious of the hired location by the 60-day probationary period

• Candidates are required to successfully pass a Physical Ability Test (PAT) beforebeing considered for employment. This is separate from the medical exam. Formore information go to the FAQs on UP.jobs.
• Physically Demanding Tasks: Must have the capacity to engage in physicallydemanding tasks, including occasional bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Lifting and Carrying: Must be able to occasionally lift and carry items weighingup to 65 lbs, as well as push and pull objects up to 119 lbs.
• Standing: Must be capable of standing for extended periods during the workday,with the flexibility to change positions periodically for comfort.
• Walking: Safely walk and maintain balance on uneven surfaces.
• Climbing: Must be able to climb ladders to access truck storage as necessary.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiringcompany sponsorship.
• Personal Protective Equipment: Candidates must agree to wear prescribed personalprotective equipment (PPE) including safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, andhearing protection as mandated by the company.
• Location Flexibility: This position is applicable only to individuals who are willing to liveand work in the specified locations.
• Working around Large Equipment: Applicants must be willing and physically capable ofworking in close proximity to heavy machinery such as railcars, locomotives, andcranes.
• Emphasis on Safety: Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to practicing safework habits and following established safety protocols.
• Travel Requirements: The role entails frequent travel, and applicants must be availableto undertake such travel.
• Transportation: Candidates must have their own reliable transportation.
• Work Environment: Work will predominantly occur in rural and remote geographic areas.