Installation Technician - Portland, OR (traveling position)

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• Installation Technician - Portland, OR (traveling position)
• Date: Nov 10, 2026
• Location: PORTLAND, OR, US, 97208
• Reference Number: 5553
• Department: Engineering

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

Rate of Pay: $38.18

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About the role

Our team of Installation Technicians climb and work on radio towers at heights from 100 to 500 feet. These dedicated professionals install and maintain antenna and transmission systems on radio towers, build telecommunication facilities to include radio towers, generators, and buildings. As an Installation Technician, you will learn how to install the major communications components in our telecommunications network! 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:

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Have valid driver's license
• Have an acceptable driving record per your Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
• You may also be required to obtain 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.

Perform other duties as assigned

• 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 controversy
• Read prints, schematics and technical manuals, have basic understanding of AC & DC theory, Ohms Law, DC and AC charging and rectifying systems
• Use a variety of test equipment
• Troubleshoot failures, and restore service for variety of RF transceivers

Qualifications - Required

• Computer literate and have basic keyboarding skills
• Valid driver's license

Must have the following

1) formal training equivalent to an associate's degree or higher in the electronics field or a related technical field OR 2) 2+ years of experience working with electrical components or working with electronic equipment (e.g., communications, cellular, airplanes, ships, wind turbines etc.)

• Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A or can obtain one within your probationary period
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills to deliver information to coworker(s) and supervisor(s)
• Experience reading and understanding instructions (examples may include: operating and safety rules, bulletins, special instructions, and federal regulatory documents)

Physical and Mental Job Requirements

Work Conditions

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.

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 and Metropolitan Community College)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 20% match up to 5%
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, which are collectively bargained for through union membership
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs

Background Check Investigation

• State & Federal criminal history
• Last 7 years of employment history to include military service
• Education
• Prior drug history
• Professional license or certification, if applicable to role
• Driving history, if applicable to role

Please click here to review Union Pacific's policy regarding background investigations.

Medical Review

• Medical Evaluation
• Drug Screen
• Fitness-for-duty assessment to ensure that candidates can safely perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• Color vision exam, if applicable to role