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Locomotive Engineer LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!


Job Location:

Parker, AZ - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 4 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 1 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Company / Benefits Overview:
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) team part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100 individual freight railroads and 4000 employees across North America we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2000 customers.

At G&W we live by our Core Values: Safety Service Integrity Respect Transparency Accountability Innovation and Excellence. We offer competitive pay a comprehensive benefits package and paid training to help you succeed. Check out some of our great benefits below:

  • Medical Dental Vision & Telehealth
  • Life Insurance
  • Optional benefit coverages for Accident Critical Illness Hospital ID Theft & Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • On the Job Training
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • And more!

* Benefits are subject to change and may vary by labor agreement

Explore your future with G&W today and learn more about the opportunities to grow across our organization!

Job Summary:
Are you someone who thrives on precision responsibility and the thrill of keeping things moving As a Locomotive Engineer youll be at the heart of our operationsensuring freight gets where it needs to go safely efficiently and reliably. Youll be trusted to operate locomotives interpret train orders and signals and uphold the highest standards of safety and performance.

This role isnt just about operating trainsits about being a key part of a team that keeps supply chains flowing and communities connected.

See our employees in action to learn more at with all federal state company and other applicable safety and operational rules and regulations

  • Inspect locomotive for operational readiness by making federal- and company-required checks
  • Receive and review train consist which provides the physical makeup of train and includes weights lengths location of loads and empties and cars requiring special handling
  • Apply knowledge of territory including terrain grades curves and grade crossings to give prescribed warning signals and operate the train in a safe manner
  • Comply with train orders train signals radio communications and railroad rules and regulations to operate the locomotive in an efficient and safe manner
  • Observe track to detect obstructions and anticipate operating problems as required by federal or company rules; diagnose minor malfunctions and perform minor maintenance and servicing activities when maintenance personnel are not available
  • Communicate with Conductor or Traffic-Control Personnel by radio to exchange information and instructions concerning stops delays or oncoming trains
  • Complete required paperwork/electronic logs accurately including hours of service data
  • Conduct or actively participate in job safety briefings
  • Notify proper authorities and prepare reports to explain accidents unscheduled stops or delays
  • Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned
  • Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

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    Employment Requirements:

    Relocation:
    Must live within 50 miles of assigned location or be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

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


    Required Experience:

    IC


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