DMU Conductor

Rio Grande Pacific Corporation; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Rio Grande Pacific Corporation is seeking a DMU Conductor in Lewisville, Texas to operate passenger trains under FRA regulations and company policy. You will assist passengers, announce on-board information, and follow dispatch instructions while maintaining safety and punctuality.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and valid conductor certification. Training by an equivalent railroad is favored; physical requirements and strong communication are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Qualified passenger train conductor preferred.
• Preference given to individuals trained by an equivalent passenger railroad who are currently certified as conductors.
• Ability to achieve and maintain Conductor Certification under 49 CFR 242 and GCOR qualifications.
• Must meet physical requirements to maintain conductor certification and perform safety-sensitive duties.
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Work experience demonstrating alertness, awareness, vigilance, and clear verbal communication.
• Satisfactory attendance and safe work record.
• Prior railroad operating experience and adaptability to variable work hours preferred.
• Required to take actions and make decisions affecting the security and wellbeing of others.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally and perform light to medium work.
• Must be able to reach, handle, grasp, feel, stoop, bend, kneel, balance, and climb.
• Must be able to stand for a large portion of the day and walk short distances over uneven terrain.
• Must demonstrate auditory and visual acuity and meet FRA hearing and vision requirements, including color vision.

Responsibilities

• Support safe and efficient operation of a passenger train.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety and operating rules and federal regulations.
• Interact with passengers and make clear on-board announcements.
• Promote safe work practices and maintain a safe work environment.
• Provide services for passengers needing assistance.
• Perform tasks related to the emergency preparedness plan.
• Verify purchase of fares and coordinate with local law enforcement as needed.
• Receive and comply with en-route instructions from the Dispatch Center.
• Report deficiencies and safety concerns encountered on the rail corridor to the proper authority.
• Report mechanical malfunctions and coordinate with the mechanical department to correct equipment issues.
• Prepare reports as required.
• Maintain regular, predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Follow instructions from the General Manager, supervisors, and other company officers.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Alertness and situational awareness

Safety-consciousness

Ability to follow instructions

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Rio Grande Pacific Corporation (RGPC) is a Texas-based, privately-held railroad holding company established in 1986, specializing in regional freight railroads, signal construction and design, passenger operations, equipment remanufacturing, dispatching services, and asset leasing. Operating across six states, RGPC manages four short line railroads covering 700 route miles. The company serves approximately 140 freight customers, including major Fortune 500 companies, across diverse industries such as agriculture, chemicals, lumber, minerals, and recycling.

Job Summary

Rio Grande Pacific Transit Group is seeking an individual interested in a transportation career as a DMU Conductor in Lewisville, Texas. The DMU Conductor provides passenger train service in compliance with federal regulations and company policies, maintains alertness and situational awareness, communicates effectively, follows en-route instructions, supports passengers, and reports deficiencies, malfunctions, and safety concerns.

Responsibilities

• Support safe and efficient operation of a passenger train.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety and operating rules and federal regulations.
• Interact with passengers and make clear on-board announcements.
• Promote safe work practices and maintain a safe work environment.
• Provide services for passengers needing assistance.
• Perform tasks related to the emergency preparedness plan.
• Verify purchase of fares and coordinate with local law enforcement as needed.
• Receive and comply with en-route instructions from the Dispatch Center.
• Report deficiencies and safety concerns encountered on the rail corridor to the proper authority.
• Report mechanical malfunctions and coordinate with the mechanical department to correct equipment issues.
• Prepare reports as required.
• Maintain regular, predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Follow instructions from the General Manager, supervisors, and other company officers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Qualified passenger train conductor preferred.
• Preference given to individuals trained by an equivalent passenger railroad who are currently certified as conductors.
• Ability to achieve and maintain Conductor Certification under 49 CFR 242 and GCOR qualifications.
• Must meet physical requirements to maintain conductor certification and perform safety-sensitive duties.
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Work experience demonstrating alertness, awareness, vigilance, and clear verbal communication.
• Satisfactory attendance and safe work record.
• Prior railroad operating experience and adaptability to variable work hours preferred.
• Required to take actions and make decisions affecting the security and wellbeing of others.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally and perform light to medium work.
• Must be able to reach, handle, grasp, feel, stoop, bend, kneel, balance, and climb.
• Must be able to stand for a large portion of the day and walk short distances over uneven terrain.
• Must demonstrate auditory and visual acuity and meet FRA hearing and vision requirements, including color vision.