Rail Operations Trainee — On-the-Job Training

BNSF; Everett (WA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Railroad Retirement program

401(k) plan

Parental and pediatric support

Job summary

BNSF Railway in Everett, WA seeks conductor trainees for a full-time role supporting safe freight movement across the network. The position involves learning train operations, signaling, switching, and on-site inspections, with on-call nights, weekends, and holidays.

Training is company-paid with up to 19 weeks at the training center in Overland Park, KS, and relocation is not offered. A three-year recall obligation applies to the primary location, with travel as required.

Qualifications

• Able to read, write and communicate in English.
• Capable of lifting up to 80 pounds and working in various weather.
• Willing to work nights, weekends, holidays, and long shifts.
• Able to travel as required and report to the Everett location.

Responsibilities

• Communicate information through multiple devices and monitor daily work.
• Operate track switches and derails to change train routing.
• Inspect trains and equipment per federal regulations; report conditions.
• Work in a safety-sensitive environment with varied weather and noise.

Skills

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Shift flexibility

Ability to lift up to 80 pounds

Climb/descend ladders

Tools

Reading/writing English

Job description

BNSF Railway in Everett, WA seeks conductor trainees for a full-time role supporting safe freight movement across the network. The position involves learning train operations, signaling, switching, and on-site inspections, with on-call nights, weekends, and holidays.

Training is company-paid with up to 19 weeks at the training center in Overland Park, KS, and relocation is not offered. A three-year recall obligation applies to the primary location, with travel as required.