Train Conductor

Jobtailor; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Lynchburg, VA is seeking a hands-on Rail Equipment Operator to build and inspect trains and railcars for safe operation. You will operate remote control locomotives, perform coupling, align drawbars, apply hand brakes, and ride railcars, while maintaining safety standards.

Ideal candidates are 18+, with a valid license, the ability to report within 90 minutes, and a clean driving record. Preferences include outdoor work experience and prior heavy equipment exposure.

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.
• Must pass pre-employment FRA drug and alcohol screening.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Experience working outdoors in various weather conditions (preferred).
• Experience with heavy equipment or in physically demanding roles (preferred).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

remote control locomotives

coupling

aligning drawbars

applying hand brakes

railcar inspection

heavy equipment operation

Job description

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Must pass pre-employment Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) drug and alcohol screening.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Experience working outdoors in various weather conditions (preferred).
• Experience with heavy equipment or in physically demanding roles (preferred).

Hard Skills

• remote control locomotives
• coupling
• aligning drawbars
• applying hand brakes
• railcar inspectionheavy equipment operation

Soft Skills

• effective communication
• team collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• valid driver's license
• FRA drug and alcohol screening