Utility Clerk - East St. Louis, IL

Date:  Apr 28, 2025
Location: 

E ST LOUIS, IL, US, 60000

Reference Number:  2370 
Department: Alton & Southern Railway 
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:  $229.98/daily

 

Internal Requirements 

  • 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.
  • 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 (uprr.com). 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 (uprr.com) . 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.

Description

Come and be a part of our esteemed team of Utility Clerks at Union Pacific Railroad, a company with a rich legacy spanning over 150 years! As a Utility Clerk, your primary responsibility will be to provide essential support to our operations. You will play a crucial role in the safe transportation of train and engine crews, contribute to the maintenance of vehicles, perform janitorial tasks, and handle various clerical duties. By fulfilling these vital tasks, you will enable our dedicated crews to serve our valued Union Pacific customers across North America. Join us and become an integral part of our workforce, as we rely on the dedication and expertise of our team members to drive our success. We are powered by our people, will you join our team?

Accountabilities

  • Adhere to company and industry safety regulations, protocols, and procedures when transporting crews.
  • Provide clerical support as required, including ordering and distributing supplies to crews, loading printer paper and ribbons, posting bulletins and notices, and preparing and distributing reports.
  • Operate office equipment and machinery to facilitate smooth workflow and efficient operations.
  • Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned by superiors.

Qualifications - Required

  • Applicants must have reached the age of 18 or above.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information to coworkers and supervisors.
  • Demonstrated experience in comprehending and following instructions, including but not limited to operating and safety rules, bulletins, special instructions, and federal regulatory documents.

Qualifications - Preferred

  • Proficiency in using computers and basic software applications.
  • Willing to work on-call, overtime, various shifts, 7 days a week, as well as weekends and holidays

 

Physical Requirements

  • Visual Ability: Must have normal color vision, enabling the detection and interpretation of various visual color signals and displays.

Work Conditions

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship.
  • Compliance with personal protective equipment (PPE) regulations, including wearing safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection as required by the company
  • Capability and willingness to work in close proximity to large equipment such as railcars, locomotives, and cranes
  • Travel obligations: Driving a vehicle for up to 130-150 miles per day, with the remainder of the working time spent indoors
  • Subject to the rules and regulations of the Transportation Communications International Union (TCU)
  • For details regarding benefits, please refer to the Benefits section on the up.jobs website at: https://up.jobs/why/benefits/index.htm

 

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

Culture

Union Pacific strives to attract all available talent. We are committed to creating an environment where all people can be their best, personally and professionally, as we remain a merit and performance-based company.