Rail Signal Apprentice Trainee — Training & Field Work

Norfolk Southern; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk Southern in Valdosta, GA invites applications for the Electrical Apprentice Signal Trainee program. This role delivers hands-on, field-based training to install, inspect, and maintain critical signal systems for safe rail operations, with structured classroom instruction and extensive travel during training.

Successful candidates will engage in a 52-week program, join the BRS within 60 days, and must obtain a Class A CDL within 90 days of hire, with relocation not provided.

Qualifications

• This is a seniority-based union position.
• You must be available to work on-call, 24/7, including holidays, nights and weekends.
• Extensive travel is required during training (up to 75%).
• You will be required to join the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen (BRS) within 60 days of establishing seniority.
• You must obtain a Class A CDL within 90 days of hire (training provided by Norfolk Southern).
• Training lasts approximately 52 weeks and includes both classroom and field instruction.
• Classroom Training: Three sessions (3 weeks each) at the NS Training Center in McDonough, GA.
• Field Training: Hands-on experience with construction and maintenance crews across your seniority district.
• Evaluations: Periodic written and practical assessments.

Responsibilities

• Learn to install, inspect, and maintain signal systems that are critical to safe and efficient rail operations.
• Undergo classroom and field instruction to prepare for a career in railroad signal maintenance.

Job description

Norfolk Southern in Valdosta, GA invites applications for the Electrical Apprentice Signal Trainee program. This role delivers hands-on, field-based training to install, inspect, and maintain critical signal systems for safe rail operations, with structured classroom instruction and extensive travel during training.

Successful candidates will engage in a 52-week program, join the BRS within 60 days, and must obtain a Class A CDL within 90 days of hire, with relocation not provided.