Train Conductor

Job Summary

The Train Conductor acts as a member of a 2 or 3-person train crew and performs duties associated with the movement of trains, rail cars, and locomotives in rail yards and on the road. The incumbent coordinates the assembly of trains and completes any ground-work outside the locomotive cab while in the yard or on-route (operating track switches, picking up rail cars and making emergency repairs).

Working Conditions

• Work a flexible schedule with regular and predictable attendance, in line with the 24/7 railroading environment.
• Available to work night shifts, weekends, holiday work hours, some overtime and being away from home for extended periods of time when required.
• Push, pull, lift and carry up to 90 pounds.
• Primarily work outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions.
• Operate various devices on rail cars and locomotives, such as uncoupling levers...