Freight Train Conductor - Fast Training + $5k Retention

Norfolk Southern; Marion (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

On-the-job training

Hotel accommodations during training

Travel reimbursement

Weekly meal stipends

Job summary

Norfolk Southern is seeking a Train Conductor to safely assemble and move freight trains, perform inspections, and document operations. You will undergo on-the-job training with a detailed program and be prepared to work nights, weekends, and 24/7 shifts as required.

The role emphasizes safety, compliance with FRA rules, and teamwork across crews. Successful candidates will join a union after training and can expect competitive pay with a significant retention bonus plan tied to training

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation.
• Ability to report to work within 90 minutes.
• Clean driving record in the past 36 months, without any suspension, revocation, cancellation, or denial of your driver's license resulting from a drug or alcohol-related incident.
• Must not have been involved in diversion or probation or pleaded guilty to a drug or alcohol-related driving incident.
• Must not have refused to undergo a drug or alcohol test related to the operation of a motor vehicle.
• Must pass pre-employment Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) drug and alcohol screening.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Build and inspect trains, railcars, and equipment for safe operation.
• Operate remote control locomotives and perform tasks such as coupling, aligning drawbars, applying hand brakes, and riding railcars.
• Communicate effectively with crews, dispatchers, and yard controllers.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all FRA and company safety regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

18+ years old

Valid driver's license

Reliable transportation

FRA drug screening

US work authorization

Job description

Norfolk Southern is seeking a Train Conductor to safely assemble and move freight trains, perform inspections, and document operations. You will undergo on-the-job training with a detailed program and be prepared to work nights, weekends, and 24/7 shifts as required.

The role emphasizes safety, compliance with FRA rules, and teamwork across crews. Successful candidates will join a union after training and can expect competitive pay with a significant retention bonus plan tied to training