Bridge Tender - Melville, LA

Date:  May 27, 2025
Location: 

KROTZ SPRG, LA, US, 70000

Reference Number:  2941 
Department: Engineering 
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:  32.12/hourly

If you wish to solicit an employee referral for this position, please ensure the employee submits the referral prior to submitting your application.

 

Description

A Bridge Tender monitors maritime and railroad communication channels from vessels and railroad units indicating a desire to pass.
 

Accountabilities

  • Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) 
  • Develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors and/or customers and effectively handle conflict situations 
  • Miscellaneous tasks as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications - Required

  • Applicants must have reached the age of 18 or above.
  • Experience reading and understanding instructions (examples may include: operating and safety rules, bulletins, special instructions, and federal regulatory documents)
     

Qualifications - Preferred

Physical and Mental Job Requirements

Work Conditions

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship.

 

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

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.