Rail Conductor Trainee: Paid Training in Baton Rouge

Watco; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Watco is seeking a Student Conductor in Baton Rouge, LA. This full-time role offers paid on-the-job training to learn safe operation and switching of railcars. Interviews are held on November 3–4 with on-site process and no prior experience required.

Starting pay is $21.00 per hour, increasing to $24.50 per hour once certified, with a rotating 2-2-3 schedule (days/nights). Join a team moving the world\'s supply chain.

Qualifications

• Must pass Conductor Certification tests within a reasonable period of time.
• Valid driver\'s license & TWIC card are required.
• Willingness and ability to obtain locomotive engineer certification after conductor certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain reliability and attendance and follow safety, company, and customer procedures.
• Read switching instructions and communicate with crew, dispatchers, and yard personnel.
• Operate locomotive controls to move and position railcars safely and efficiently.
• Couple/uncouple railcars, connect air hoses, operate hand brakes, and throw track switches.
• Monitor tracks and equipment for hazards and obstructions.
• Maintain records of railcars moved, origins, destinations, and cargo.

Skills

Safety awareness

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

TWIC card

Valid driver\'s license

Job description

Watco is seeking a Student Conductor in Baton Rouge, LA. This full-time role offers paid on-the-job training to learn safe operation and switching of railcars. Interviews are held on November 3–4 with on-site process and no prior experience required.

Starting pay is $21.00 per hour, increasing to $24.50 per hour once certified, with a rotating 2-2-3 schedule (days/nights). Join a team moving the world\'s supply chain.