Rail Freight Conductor – Earn ~97k in First Year

CSX; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 94,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

CSX is seeking a Freight Conductor to coordinate train crews and facilitate loading/unloading in rail yards and customer facilities. Role includes safety compliance, signaling, and customer service to ensure accurate car movements.

New hires undergo paid training at the Atlanta Training Center with four weeks of instruction, then progress to field work. A strong emphasis on safety, physical requirements, and relocation limits is noted.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include 18 years of age or older, one year of related experience, and a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and understand operating rules, bulletins, regulatory documents, and other written communications.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with railroad and safety rules, FRA regulations, signals, and train orders.
• Inspect equipment on cars prior to departures.
• Receive and transmit information by radio and telephone.
• Read and understand bulletins, work orders, and switch lists.
• Assist with coupling/uncoupling of cars and operate switches.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Verbal communication

Written communication

Safety awareness

Railroad rules knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

CSX is seeking a Freight Conductor to coordinate train crews and facilitate loading/unloading in rail yards and customer facilities. Role includes safety compliance, signaling, and customer service to ensure accurate car movements.

New hires undergo paid training at the Atlanta Training Center with four weeks of instruction, then progress to field work. A strong emphasis on safety, physical requirements, and relocation limits is noted.