Rail Yard Freight Conductor — Safety & Car Placement

CSX; Florida; On-site; USD 87,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

CSX is seeking a Freight Conductor in Florida to safely coordinate train crews, prepare and position rail cars, and make up/break down trains in yards or customer facilities. The role includes strong safety responsibilities, on-the-job training, and potential bonuses based on performance.

New hires undergo four weeks of paid training at the Atlanta Training Center and may receive relocation or travel support per policy.

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 all 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, including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hoses.
• Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars; delivers 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.

Skills

Reading & comprehension

Verbal communication

Written communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

CSX is seeking a Freight Conductor in Florida to safely coordinate train crews, prepare and position rail cars, and make up/break down trains in yards or customer facilities. The role includes strong safety responsibilities, on-the-job training, and potential bonuses based on performance.

New hires undergo four weeks of paid training at the Atlanta Training Center and may receive relocation or travel support per policy.