Train Conductor – $5k Retention Bonus + Training

Norfolk Southern; Andrews (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) eligibility

Railroad Retirement benefits

Job summary

Norfolk Southern is hiring for a conductor role. You will build and inspect trains, operate remote control locomotives, and coordinate with crews and dispatchers.

Training lasts ~20 weeks with classroom, field, and on-the-job elements, including some travel and union enrollment requirements. Applicants must be 18+, hold a valid driver's license, have reliable transportation, and be able to work on-call 24/7 with short notice.

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, without suspensions or revocation due to drug or alcohol incidents.
• 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 operating a motor vehicle.
• Must pass pre-employment FRA drug and alcohol screening.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

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 FRA and company safety regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job description

Norfolk Southern is hiring for a conductor role. You will build and inspect trains, operate remote control locomotives, and coordinate with crews and dispatchers.

Training lasts ~20 weeks with classroom, field, and on-the-job elements, including some travel and union enrollment requirements. Applicants must be 18+, hold a valid driver's license, have reliable transportation, and be able to work on-call 24/7 with short notice.