Freight Rail Conductor — Safe, On-the-Job Training

Genesee-; Phillipsburg (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

On the Job Training

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) is seeking a Conductor in Phillipsburg, KS to move freight safely and efficiently. The company provides classroom and hands-on training to establish a long-term career path. The role is outdoors, in all weather, with opportunities for advancement in a dynamic environment.

You will work on a full-time schedule, with nights, holidays, and weekends as needed, and will be part of a safety-focused team with strong operational responsibilities in a 24/7 setting.

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills (written and verbal).
• Situational awareness and decision-making abilities in safety-sensitive environment.

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.

Skills

Communication skills

Situational awareness

Safety-conscious

Decision-making

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) is seeking a Conductor in Phillipsburg, KS to move freight safely and efficiently. The company provides classroom and hands-on training to establish a long-term career path. The role is outdoors, in all weather, with opportunities for advancement in a dynamic environment.

You will work on a full-time schedule, with nights, holidays, and weekends as needed, and will be part of a safety-focused team with strong operational responsibilities in a 24/7 setting.