Freight Conductor: Lead Train Crews & Yard Ops

CSX Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CSX Corporation is seeking a Freight Conductor to safely coordinate train crews on freight trains, organize rail cars for loading/unloading, and assemble or split trains in yards or customer facilities.

New hires may receive retention bonuses after 1 and 2 years, with minimum amounts of $3000 and $2000 respectively, depending on location and agreement terms. A drug test, medical exam, and background check are required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• One year of related experience.
• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Ability to read and comprehend operating rules, bulletins, regulatory documents and other written communications.
• Verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate train crews on a freight train and makeup/breakdown trains in yards or facilities.
• Place rail cars to facilitate loading and unloading and ensure safe operations.
• Meet safety rules and pass required examinations and tests.

Skills

Verbal comprehension

Reading instructions

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

CSX Corporation is seeking a Freight Conductor to safely coordinate train crews on freight trains, organize rail cars for loading/unloading, and assemble or split trains in yards or customer facilities.

New hires may receive retention bonuses after 1 and 2 years, with minimum amounts of $3000 and $2000 respectively, depending on location and agreement terms. A drug test, medical exam, and background check are required.