Rail Operations Leadership Trainee

Norfolk Southern; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk Southern offers a Transportation Operations Management Trainee program designed to develop future leaders in rail operations. Trainees gain hands-on experience overseeing train operations, coordinating conductors and engineers, and ensuring safe, efficient freight movement across a 22-state network.

The program emphasizes leadership development, safety, and operational excellence, with a projected start date in January 2027.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in any field; current college seniors eligible to apply.
• OR a minimum of four years of leadership experience in military, manufacturing, transportation, or logistics.
• Military roles encouraged: Railway Operations Crewmember, Logistics Specialist, Embarkation Specialist, Traffic Management Apprentice, Machinery Technician.

Responsibilities

• Oversee train operations and coordinate with conductors and locomotive engineers.
• Ensure safe, efficient movement of freight across the network.
• Engage with terminals and territories to support leadership development and operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Safety

Communication

Problem solving

Willing travel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Norfolk Southern offers a Transportation Operations Management Trainee program designed to develop future leaders in rail operations. Trainees gain hands-on experience overseeing train operations, coordinating conductors and engineers, and ensuring safe, efficient freight movement across a 22-state network.

The program emphasizes leadership development, safety, and operational excellence, with a projected start date in January 2027.