Conductor

SUMMARY:

The person in this position will receive on the job training to become qualified as a Conductor. Conductors operate track switches couples and uncouples cars and performs other duties associated with the movement of trains cars and engines in rail yards and on the main railroad. He or she receives relays or acts upon oral written or radio instructions from the dispatcher yardmaster or other personnel indicating the switch movement placement or delivery of railroad cars and/or a train. Please watch our career video for more information hhtps://

Receives and takes direction from a certified trainer

Conduct railcar and train movements; signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using lantern hand and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start stop back up or set or release air brakes

Observe interpret and relay arm lantern or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train

Operate track switches (visually check switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties

Read and understand the book of rules timetables bulletins train orders waybills placards safety instructions and other written or printed material

Prepare required daily reports and switch lists either manually or with a computer; fill out forms including train orders

Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary

Couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains

Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Two years of work experience or relevant work experience a plus

Ability to work in a 24/7 work environment and in outdoor working conditions

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:

High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience

Valid drivers license

Pay Rates: Training rate of pay $32.00 per hr. qualified rate of pay $35.59 per hr.

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy and gender identity) national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or any other protected status under federal state or local laws.