Rail Conductor Trainee — Hands-On Training & Solid Pay

Norfolk Southern; Greeneville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk Southern is seeking conductors in the United States. The role includes a ~20-week, on-the-job training program across locations, with classroom and field instruction. You will build and inspect trains, operate remote locomotives, and communicate with crews while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

First-year conductors average about $70,000 annually; experienced conductors around $84,000. The role offers overtime and comprehensive benefits after the initial period.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must pass pre-employment FRA drug and alcohol screening.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Clean driving record in the past 36 months.
• Must be able to report to work within 90 minutes.

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 FRA and company safety regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Prompt report-to-work

FRA drug/alcohol compliance

Legal to work in the U.S.

Safety conscious

Job description

Norfolk Southern is seeking conductors in the United States. The role includes a ~20-week, on-the-job training program across locations, with classroom and field instruction. You will build and inspect trains, operate remote locomotives, and communicate with crews while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

First-year conductors average about $70,000 annually; experienced conductors around $84,000. The role offers overtime and comprehensive benefits after the initial period.