Train Conductor

Jobtailor

Muncie (IN)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 50,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor in Indiana seeks an experienced railroad operator to perform remote control locomotive tasks, couple railcars, align drawbars, and ride railcars as needed. You will communicate with dispatchers and crews, maintain thorough documentation, and ensure compliance with FRA safety regulations.

This on-site role requires flexibility for on-call shifts, 2–3 days away from home weekly, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Union membership is expected within 60 days after training.

Qualifications

Must meet FRA严格 safety standards and pass FRA drug/alcohol screening.
Strong communication with crews, dispatchers, and yard controllers.
Experience working outdoors in various weather conditions (preferred).

Responsibilities

Operate remote control locomotives and inspect trains and equipment.
Couple railcars, align drawbars, apply hand brakes, and ride railcars.
Maintain accurate documentation and report incidents.
Comply with FRA and company safety regulations.
Work on-call 24/7 with short notice and travel 2–3 days weekly.

Skills

Remote Control Locomotive Operation

FRA Compliance

Heavy Equipment Experience

Physical Endurance

On-Call Availability

Job description

Build and inspect trains, railcars, and equipment for safe operation
Operate remote control locomotives
Couple railcars, align drawbars, apply hand brakes, and ride railcars
Communicate with crews, dispatchers, and yard controllers
Maintain accurate documentation
Comply with FRA and company safety regulations
Troubleshoot train issues
Report incidents
Ensure compliance with safety procedures
Complete classroom instruction, field training, and on-the-job experience
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, without any suspension, revocation, cancellation, or denial of a driver's license resulting from a drug or alcohol-related incident
Must not have been involved in diversion or probation or pleaded guilty to a drug or alcohol-related driving incident
Must not have refused to undergo a drug or alcohol test related to the operation of a motor vehicle
Must pass pre-employment Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) drug and alcohol screening
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Ability to work on-call, 24/7, with as little as 90 minutes’ notice
Ability to spend 2–3 days away from home weekly
Must join a union within 60 days after completing training
Must pass all classroom, field, and on-the-job training requirements, including written exams and field evaluations
Experience working outdoors in various weather conditions (preferred)
Experience with heavy equipment or in physically demanding roles (preferred)
Experience working non-traditional shifts, on call, and/or 12+ hour shifts (preferred)
Ability to lift and carry up to 85 lbs.
Ability to hang from a rail car ladder with 3 points of contact for 1 minute 15 seconds per side
Ability to walk up to several miles per shift on uneven terrain
Must meet FRA medical requirements, including specified visual acuity, color vision, and hearing standards
Must work outdoors in all weather conditions and irregular schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
Must maintain constant alertness around heavy, moving, potentially hazardous locomotive engines

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in operating remote control locomotives and ensuring compliance with FRA safety regulations. Capable of performing physically demanding tasks and maintaining accurate documentation while working in various weather conditions.

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