Rail Conductor Trainee: Launch Your Train Operations Career

BNSF; Minnesota; On-site; USD 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care options

Railroad retirement program

401(k) plan

Travel discounts

Job summary

BNSF Railway is seeking a Conductor Trainee in Dilworth, MN. You will learn to manage train operations, follow safety protocols, and support efficient freight movement across the network.

This full-time role involves on-call duties, nights, weekends, and potential travel within the designated seniority region. Training is on‑the‑job and classroom-based, with a company-paid program lasting up to 19 weeks, including travel to Overland Park, KS.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and able to report for duty.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Willing to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Able to travel as required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Communicate, receive and act on information via various devices; monitor daily work.
• Operate track switches and derails to route trains.
• Inspect trains and equipment per federal regulations.
• Perform safety-sensitive daily tasks under varied weather conditions.

Skills

Safety awareness

Ability to lift 80 lbs

English literacy

Travel availability

Team coordination

Job description

BNSF Railway is seeking a Conductor Trainee in Dilworth, MN. You will learn to manage train operations, follow safety protocols, and support efficient freight movement across the network.

This full-time role involves on-call duties, nights, weekends, and potential travel within the designated seniority region. Training is on‑the‑job and classroom-based, with a company-paid program lasting up to 19 weeks, including travel to Overland Park, KS.