Apprentice Diesel Electrician - North Platte, NE

Date: Jun 11, 2026 Location: NO PLATTE, NE, US, 68000

Reference Number

4304

Department

Mechanical

Closing Date

Apply early as this job may be filled at any time.

Salary:35.05

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Description

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Join a team of Apprentice Diesel Electricians with Union Pacific over 150 years! Apprentice Diesel Electricians will train in the inspection repair and maintenance of the electrical components on diesel-electric locomotives under the guidance of a journeyman Locomotive Electronic Technician-Diesel Electrician. You will work in and around our locomotive shops to diagnose issues, make necessary repairs, and complete maintenance. We are powered by our people, will you join our team?

Accountabilities

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• Using schematics and location circuit plans: Perform scheduled electrical inspections and circuit tests of various components, perform maintenance and repair of electrical components in locomotive cabs or electrical compartments,
• and perform maintenance to equipment in accordance with company and in
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical systems and components to assess the nature of each problem, plan and coordinate work activities, determine equipment needs and develop sequences of steps needed to complete work
• Work with shop machinery, equipment, and tools
• Verbally and in writing, share technical information, job procedure recommendations, and other work-related information with others
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors and/or customers and diplomatically handle conflicting opinions
• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and...