Freight Train Conductor - Training + Retention Bonus

Norfolk Southern; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance for employees and/or

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Railroad Retirement benefits

Job summary

Norfolk Southern is seeking a Train Conductor to safely manage freight movements across routes in Alabama. You’ll join a team trained for safety, efficiency, and reliability, with on-call shifts and extensive field training provided.

The role offers a clear progression, competitive pay with first-year averages around $70k–$84k, overtime, a $5,000 retention bonus, and strong benefits through Railroad Retirement and company programs.

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

Age 18+

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Fast response

Safety conscious

Job description

Norfolk Southern is seeking a Train Conductor to safely manage freight movements across routes in Alabama. You’ll join a team trained for safety, efficiency, and reliability, with on-call shifts and extensive field training provided.

The role offers a clear progression, competitive pay with first-year averages around $70k–$84k, overtime, a $5,000 retention bonus, and strong benefits through Railroad Retirement and company programs.