Rail Operations Conductor (Remote-Controlled)

Norfolk Southern; Sweetwater (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk Southern is seeking a Conductor role based in the United States. You will build and inspect trains, operate remote control locomotives, and coordinate with crews and dispatchers to ensure safe, efficient rail service.

This safety-sensitive position requires meeting FRA standards, physical ability to handle demanding shifts, and willingness to work irregular hours, weekends, and holidays. Training lasts about 20 weeks with comprehensive classroom and field instruction.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation.
• Ability to report to work within 90 minutes.
• Clean driving record in the past 36 months, without any suspension, revocation, cancellation, or denial of your driver's license resulting from a drug or alcohol-related incident.
• Must not have been involved in diversion or probation or pleaded guilty to a drug or alcohol-related driving incident.
• Must not have refused to undergo a drug or alcohol test related to the operation of a motor vehicle.
• Must pass pre-employment Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) drug and alcohol screening.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Build and inspect trains, railcars, and equipment for safe operation.
• Operate remote control locomotives and perform tasks such as coupling, aligning drawbars, applying hand brakes, and riding railcars.
• Communicate effectively with crews, dispatchers, and yard controllers.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all FRA and company safety regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job description

Norfolk Southern is seeking a Conductor role based in the United States. You will build and inspect trains, operate remote control locomotives, and coordinate with crews and dispatchers to ensure safe, efficient rail service.

This safety-sensitive position requires meeting FRA standards, physical ability to handle demanding shifts, and willingness to work irregular hours, weekends, and holidays. Training lasts about 20 weeks with comprehensive classroom and field instruction.