• Welder Helper

    Union Pacific Railroad (Albert Lea, MN)


    ### Job Duties

    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?

     

    Required Certifications:For this position, you will be required to become a Union Pacific certified driver during your probationary period. To become certified, you must meet the following Motor Vehicle and Medical Requirements:

     

    1. Must be a minimum of 21 years of age

    2. Have valid driver's license

    3. Have an acceptable driving record per your Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) 4. Acquire your Commercial Driver's License (CDL) if you will be operating a vehicle(s) with a GVWR of 26,000 lbs or greater. If this is required, you will need to obtain your CDL during your probationary period.

     

    Medical Requirements: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.

     

    ### Minimum Education Required

    Highschool or GED

     

    ### Minimum Experience Required

    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.

     

    ### Shift

    First (Day)

     

    ### Number of Openings

    3

     

    ### Public Transportation Accessible

    No

     

    ### Veterans Encouraged to Apply

    Yes

     

    ### Physical Required

    Yes

     

    ### Drug Test Required

    Yes

    ### Compensation

    $33.36 - $37.07 / Hourly

     

    ### Postal Code

    56007

     

    ### Place of Work

     

    On-site

     

    ### Requisition ID

     

    4007

     

    ### Job Type

     

    Full Time

     

    ### Job Benefits

     

    Medical, Dental, Vision, Railroad retirement, paid time off, free online education, free health club

    ### Application Link

    https://www.up.jobs