FRA-Certified Conductor & Train Engineer - Guest-Facing

Socket.dev; Fort Bragg (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

U.S. Railroad Retirement

Paid holidays and paid time off

Job summary

Mendocino Railway, operator of the Skunk Train, seeks a Conductor or Train Engineer to join our team in Fort Bragg, CA. Role requires FRA Engineer and/or Conductor certification, and involves safe operation of trains, passenger interaction, and adherence to all regulations.

Positions available full-time and part-time; evenings, weekends and holidays included. Candidates must maintain FRA credentials and pass safety drills as required.

Qualifications

• Must currently hold FRA Locomotive Engineer certification (49 CFR Part 240) and/or FRA Conductor certification (49 CFR Part 242).
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Strong problem-solving and safety-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate locomotives and trains in compliance with FRA regulations and company rules.
• Coordinate with dispatchers and management to ensure passenger and train safety.
• Maintain awareness of location, signals, speed, and track conditions, and report hazards.

Skills

FRA awareness

Situational awareness

Teamwork

Clear communication

Education

FRA Locomotive Engineer certification (49 CFR Part 240)

FRA Conductor certification (49 CFR Part 242)

Job description

Mendocino Railway, operator of the Skunk Train, seeks a Conductor or Train Engineer to join our team in Fort Bragg, CA. Role requires FRA Engineer and/or Conductor certification, and involves safe operation of trains, passenger interaction, and adherence to all regulations.

Positions available full-time and part-time; evenings, weekends and holidays included. Candidates must maintain FRA credentials and pass safety drills as required.