Fort Wayne, IN Train Conductor

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Company: Norfolk Southern Corp.

Description

At Norfolk Southern, we believe that ourpeoplepowerprogress. Our culture is built on our SPIRIT values—Safety, Performance, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork—which guide how we work, lead, and grow together. Ifyou'reready to be part of a dynamic team and contribute to one of the nation’s premier transportation companies, we invite you to explore theconductorrole.

Conductors are responsible forthe safe and efficient movement of freight trains. This includes building trains by coupling railcars, delivering railcars to customers, transporting trains across long distances, and managing electronic documentation and inspections.

You’llbe trained to troubleshoot train issues, report incidents, and ensure compliance with safety procedures. No prior railroad experience is required—we provide all the training you need to succeed.

What You Should Know

This is aseniority-based job.

You'llstart out on the extra board, filling in where needed, until you build enough seniority to bid on a regular assignment.

You must be available to workon-call, 24/7, with as little as90 minutes’ notice.

Expect to spend2-3days away from home weekly.

You willbe required to join a union within
60 daysafter completing training.

Training

On the job training lasts about
20weeks, depending on the complexity of your assigned location,this training can go beyond
20weeks.

Training includes classroom instruction, field training, and on-the-job experience. The first 5 weeks take place at the Norfolk Southern Training Center in McDonough, GA. During this time, the company provideshotelaccommodations, weekly meal stipends, and travel reimbursement from your hire location. The remaining weeks of training will be completed at your assigned location.

To successfully complete the program and earn your promotion and certification, you must pass all classroom, field, and on-the-job requirements. This includes written exams and field evaluations covering physical characteristics, operating rules, safety, hazmat, and signal rules.

Job 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.

Maintainaccuratedocumentation andcomply withall FRA and company safety regulations.

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 your driver's license resulting from a drug or alcohol-related incident.

Must nothave been involved in diversion or probation or pleaded guilty to a drug or alcohol-related driving incident.

Must nothave 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.

Qualifications – Preferred

Experience working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Experience with heavy equipment or in physically demanding roles.

Experience working non-traditional shifts, on call, and/or 12+ hour shifts.

Physical and Mental Job Requirements

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