Conductor - Columbus, OH 2025

Norfolk Southern • Columbus, OH

390d • $85,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Norfolk Southern is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team as Train Conductors. This role is crucial for ensuring the safe and efficient movement of freight trains, involving responsibilities such as coupling railcars, delivering railcars to customers, and transporting trains over long distances. The position requires adaptability to a non-traditional work schedule, often necessitating availability on short notice.

Requirements

• Must successfully complete a comprehensive 4-7 month training program including classroom and on-the-job training.
• Must qualify for a Conductors License after training.
• Reliable transportation is necessary to report to work within a 90-minute to 2-hour notice.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a safety-sensitive position is preferred.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety to ensure the safe transport of freight.
• Safely connect and disconnect railcars to assemble and disassemble trains as per the designated configuration.
• Deliver railcars to local customers, ensuring safe, timely, and precise service.
• Safely transport trains over long distances.
• Maintain clear communication with other crew members, dispatchers, and relevant personnel to coordinate activities and respond to instructions.
• Adhere to a non-traditional work schedule with availability on short notice.

Benefits

• Medical insurance for employees and eligible dependents starting on the first day of the second calendar month of employment.
• Dental insurance eligibility after one year of employment.
• $20,000 life insurance plan for employees.
• Participation in the Norfolk Southern 401(K) plan.
• Up to 5 weeks of paid time off based on work record and seniority.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Rail Transportation
• Education Level: No Education Listed