Conductor/Engineer

Alliantgroup • Cedar Rapids, IA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

At Travero, a wholly owned subsidiary of Alliant Energy, we believe in innovative thinking, strong partnerships, and agile, ambitious action to deliver customized supply chain solutions. With over 100 years of experience in freight management and delivery, Travero offers expertise in freight brokerage, rail and barge terminal services, warehouse management, and transloading. This position is responsible for managing and/or operating freight trains safely and efficiently, adhering to railway and Federal Railroad Administration rules and procedures. The work schedule is an irregular 40-hour week with two scheduled consecutive days off, performed outdoors in all weather conditions. Personal protective equipment is required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma Required
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 and FRA regulations (Part 219).
• Proven mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate and assume accountability for high-stress scenarios and situations.
• Employee must comply with 35 minute residency requirement.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working rotating shifts or shift work is preferred.
• focused problem solver who enjoys helping others
• motivation and ambition to be successful
• enjoys customer relationships and working with talented people

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safety, mechanical function and protection of trains and observance of all rules to ensure safe transportation of cargo.
• This includes responsibility for the safe and efficient operating of the locomotive.
• Performs work on and around freight cars, locomotives and other heavy equipment.
• Places cars to facilitate loading and unloading and the makeup and breakdown on trains in a rail yard, industrial plant, or similar location.
• Responsible for proper communication to ensure the safe movement of trains, freight cars and locomotives.
• This includes communication via hand signals and/or radio.
• Additional requirements include learning and use of electronic devices for entering car movement, verifying GCOR and rules.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• competitive compensation and benefit programs
• Paid time off including vacation days, sick days, holidays
• Healthcare, dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• This position is eligible for Federal Railroad Retirement benefits.
• generous compensation and benefits in a flexible, rewarding work environment
• invest in technology and professional development to give you the tools to thrive

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees