Rail Conductor Trainee — Train Operations & Safety

BNSF; Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care options

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Travel discounts

Job summary

BNSF is seeking conductor trainees in Willmar, MN. This is a full-time role (at least 40 hours/week) with on-call requirements, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Training lasts up to 19 weeks, including travel to Overland Park, KS, with potential relocation to the Willmar area and a three-year recall obligation to the posting location. Responsibilities include operating and inspecting trains, managing switching, and ensuring safety compliance in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Able to work now and in the future without employer sponsorship.
• At least 18 years of age or above.
• Able to report for duty at the designated work location.
• Able to work safely in the above working conditions.
• Able to work the above shift/hours.
• Able to meet travel requirements.
• Able to communicate in English.
• Able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds.
• Able to learn to identify, interpret and use hand signals.
• Able to visually distinguish colors and see at night.
• Able to differentiate verbal and non-verbal sounds in the work environment.
• Able to use hand tools and climb/descend ladders.
• Able to work at various heights and in extreme weather.
• Follow safety policies and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Communicate information via oral and written channels and monitor daily work.
• Operate track switches and derails to route trains.
• Inspect trains and equipment and report conditions per regulations.
• Work in safety-sensitive environments under various weather conditions.
• Adhere to safety rules, policies, and federal/state regulations.

Skills

English proficiency

Lift 80 lbs

Safety mindset

Job description

BNSF is seeking conductor trainees in Willmar, MN. This is a full-time role (at least 40 hours/week) with on-call requirements, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Training lasts up to 19 weeks, including travel to Overland Park, KS, with potential relocation to the Willmar area and a three-year recall obligation to the posting location. Responsibilities include operating and inspecting trains, managing switching, and ensuring safety compliance in all weather conditions.