Conductor

Genesee & Wyoming Main Job Board; Petersburg (IN); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Telehealth

Life insurance

401(k) plan

On-the-job training

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Zusammenfassung

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. seeks a Conductor for its railroad operations in the Indiana area. This role includes training, outdoor work in all weather, and advancing a long-term career in a dynamic, safety-driven environment.

You will work outdoors, handle train movements, and contribute to meeting customer needs with ongoing skill development. The position offers full-time hours, a 24/7 schedule, and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifikationen

• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Experience in safety-sensitive environments is a plus.
• Situational awareness and sound decision-making abilities are essential.

Aufgaben

• Comply with railroad safety and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate train or railcar movement with team signals and radio.
• Operate track switches and assess routes for safe operations.
• Plan, prioritize, and complete tasks safely and efficiently.
• Climb on/off equipment and inspect train and equipment.
• Read rule books and documentation for safety compliance.
• Connect air hoses and electrical components between locomotives/railcars.
• Utilize basic computer skills for reporting and documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Effective communication

Safety-sensitive experience

Situational awareness

Decision-making

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Jobbeschreibung

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 4,000 employees across North America, we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2,000 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
• Company-paid 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:

As a Conductor, you’ll play a key role in moving freight safely and efficiently to customers. We will provide you with both classroom and hands-on training to set a strong foundation for a long‑term career. You’ll work outdoors in all weather conditions, tackling new challenges each day while ensuring we meet our customers’ needs. This is a physically active position with real opportunities for growth and advancement in a complex and dynamic environment.

See our employees in action to learn more at https://www.gwrr.com/careers/.

Responsibilities:

• Comply with all federal, state, and other applicable railroad safety and operational regulations
• Follow instructions when working with a certified trainer, mentor, or supervisor
• Communicate with team members using oral, written, hand signals, lantern signals or radio instructions to coordinate train or railcar movement
• Operate track switches to determine the route of the train or rail equipment
• Evaluate, plan, and complete all assigned work safely and efficiently
• Climb on and off equipment and walk the length of the train or rail yard to support train operations
• Apply or release hand brakes on railcars multiple times a day to control movement
• Read and understand the rule books and other written or printed material
• Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary for safety compliance
• Connect air hoses and electrical components between locomotives or railcars
• Utilize basic computer skills proficiently for electronic reporting and train documentation
• Perform other duties as assigned

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• Full-time (40 plus hours weekly)
• Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on‑call as needed
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions working up to a 12‑hour shift
• Walking long distances on uneven surfaces and climbing ladders and equipment always ensuring three points of contact in varying environmental conditions
• Able to lift up to 75 pounds from floor to waist and carry short distances
• Able to squat, bend and lift overhead
• Have good balance and coordination
• Must meet vision requirements (including color)

Skills and Experience:

• 2+ years of related or relevant work experience is a plus
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal
• Experience working in a safety-sensitive environment is a plus
• Possess situational awareness and decision‑making abilities to respond effectively in a safety sensitive environment

Required Education and Credentials:

• High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience
• Valid driver’s license
• At least eighteen years of age

Employment Requirements:

• Pre‑employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review
• Subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing including pre‑employment drug screening
• Background screening including criminal and motor vehicle driving history

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status protected under federal, state or local laws.