Rail Freight Conductor: Train Ops & Safety Leader

CSX; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 97,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonuses and sign-up terms

Paid training at Atlanta Training Ctr.

Hotel provided during training

Meal allowance during training

Job summary

CSX is seeking a Freight Conductor to safely coordinate train crews, place rail cars for loading, and makeup/breakdown trains in yards and facilities. You will follow FRA rules, operate switches, and work with customers to ensure accurate movement of cars.

Training includes four weeks in Atlanta and potential relocation within 50 miles of posted location. Minimum qualifications include 18+, one year related experience, and a HS diploma.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• One year of related experience
• High School Diploma/GED from an accredited institution
• Ability to read and comprehend all instructions including 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, railroad signals, and train orders
• Be able to safely perform all job responsibilities
• Inspect all 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 the coupling and uncoupling of cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars
• Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars; deliver excellent customer service by identifying customer needs and meeting or exceeding expectations
• Maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety
• Operate locomotive equipment using remote control device
• Comprehend color and/or hand signals and systems
• Review instructions from yardmasters, dispatchers, and other transportation employees, and discuss with locomotive engineer
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

CSX is seeking a Freight Conductor to safely coordinate train crews, place rail cars for loading, and makeup/breakdown trains in yards and facilities. You will follow FRA rules, operate switches, and work with customers to ensure accurate movement of cars.

Training includes four weeks in Atlanta and potential relocation within 50 miles of posted location. Minimum qualifications include 18+, one year related experience, and a HS diploma.