Conductor Jobs

Supervise train crews on a freight train and coordinate switch engine crews. Place cars to facilitate loading and unloading and the makeup and breakdown on trains in a rail yard, industrial plant, or similar location. Start date scheduled for October 16, 2023. Paid training will commence in New Smyrna Beach, Florida for three (3) weeks; thereafter, new hire Conductors will return to their home terminal for on-the-job training in all levels of Conductor service (Yard, Local, Through Freight).

• Comprehend color and/or hand signals and systems
• Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars
• Quickly and repeatedly make precise adjustments in moving the controls of a machine or vehicle to exact positions
• Operate locomotive equipment through the use of remote control device.
• Review instructions from dispatchers and yardmasters, and discuss with locomotive engineer and train crew
• Ensure compliance with all train orders, signals, and railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Assist other employees when and where instructed
• Assist and instruct train crews to couple and uncouple cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars, including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hoses
• Read and understand bulletins, work orders, and switch lists
• Inspect all equipment on cars prior to departures
• Maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety
• Receive and transmit information by radio and telephone
• Quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to visual symbols, signals and displays (sound, light, picture, etc.)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• No driving violations involving alcohol or drugs within the past 3 years
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• 2 years verifiable work experience and/or college
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Heavy equipment experience
• Experience working varying shift schedules
• Experience working on an on-call basis
• Mechanical aptitude
• Outside work experience

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
• Basic Math
• Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications--both general and technical)
• Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
• Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Work in cramped, confined, enclosed, or awkward places
• This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement, membership is required
• Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, safety-toe boots, or safety glasses
• Ride on the outside of rail equipment for long periods of time
• Must pass all required assessments
• Active employees must complete one year in current position or craft before applying for positions
• Must be able to report to work safely with two-hour notice
• Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/balance/climb on an occasional basis
• Must meet color vision requirements as described in the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Regulations
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work, including on-call 7 days a week, 24 hours per day, with extended periods of time away from home and short rest between assignments in accordance with the hours of service regulation
• Lift up to 90 pounds occasionally
• Walk long distances over uneven terrain
• Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
• Work hours are based on seniority - new hires will work primarily nights, weekends, and holidays
• An active or furloughed employee who changes to a new craft may be required to permanently relinquish his/her seniority in the former craft unless otherwise provided for in the applicable collective bargaining agreement or other governing agreement.
• Must pass a background and drug screening
• Must successfully complete probationary period
• May require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
• Strict disciplinary policy regarding inability to report to work within proper time frame, or failure to accept a call for work
• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
• Work outside in all weather conditions and on occasion at elevated heights
• Advance to engineer position when required, based on seniority
• Requires a medical examination, including physical capabilities, audio and vision testing

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.