Mechanical Service Oper-Loco - San Antonio, TX
Union PacificSan Antonio, Texas, United States
Posted April 2, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Union Pacific Railroad is a leading freight transportation company connecting 23 states across the western U.S. through rail, serving major ports and international gateways. The company specializes in diverse industries including agriculture, automotive, chemicals, coal, and intermodal logistics. Union Pacific distinguishes itself by delivering products safely, reliably, and sustainably to its approximately 10,000 customers.
Job Description
Join a passionate team of railway professionals committed to delivering essential maintenance and services to trains, ensuring uninterrupted service to Union Pacific customers throughout North America. As a Mechanical Service Operator, your primary responsibility will be to support locomotive operations by stocking necessary materials and maintaining cleanliness in assigned areas within the shop and service facilities.
Requirements
- Minimum age requirement: 18 years or older.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
- Proficiency in basic arithmetic operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and conversion of fractions and decimals.
- Skill in extracting relevant information from tables, charts, graphs, and written text.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with colleagues and supervisors.
- Experience using computers and basic keyboarding skills.
- Understanding and adherence to safety rules, safe work practices, and identification of potential safety risks.
- Ability to comprehend and apply instructions, including operating and safety rules, bulletins, special instructions, and federal regulatory documents.
- Basic mechanical knowledge to solve mechanical problems.
- Apply only to those locations where you are prepared to live and work.
- Comfort and capability to work around large equipment such as railcars, locomotives, and cranes.
- Willingness to wear personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection as required by the company.
Benefits
- 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%
- Medical, dental and vision insurance, which are collectively bargained for through union membership
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs