Train Crew - Kansas City, MO/KS

Train Crew - Kansas City, MO/KS

If you are passionate about contributing to a dynamic team and being at the heart of the railroad industry, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey. Train Crew employees are responsible for providing the safe and timely movement of customers' freight. Previous railroad experience is not required as we provide all necessary training. As you progress in your career, you may have the opportunity to apply for engine service (fireman's class) and become a Class 1 Locomotive Engineer. In your initial year of service, you can expect earnings of around $80,000. As you advance in your career there is potential for higher earnings, with the median annual wages of an employee with five years of service reaching over $100,000. Each employee is entitled to medical insurance that also covers prescriptions. In addition, the company provides vision, dental, life, and disability insurance.

Inspect equipment, locomotives, and rail cars to ensure they are safe to use or move in a train. Perform tasks such as: Coupling (connecting) equipment, aligning drawbars, operating remote control locomotives, applying, and releasing hand brakes, riding rail cars, replacing couplers/knuckles and effectively communicating information to crews, yard controllers, and dispatchers via radio and/or hand signals. Maintain accurate written and electronic documentation and prepare necessary materials as required. Observe and comply with all railroad rules and regulations pertaining to safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). Perform additional duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Applicants must have reached the age of 18 or above. Valid driver's license Clean driving record in the past 36 months, without any suspension, revocation, cancellation, or denial of your driver's license resulting from a drug or alcohol-related incident. Must not have been involved in diversion or probation or pleaded guilty to a drug or alcohol-related driving incident. Must not have refused to undergo a drug or alcohol test related to the operation of a motor vehicle. Successfully complete an assessment in English before proceeding to the interview stage.

Union Pacific is an equal opportunity employer here. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Union Pacific is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment of individuals with disabilities. To request a disability accommodation in the application process, please use this link to submit a request.