Conductor/Switchman

Genesee & Wyoming • Fairburn, GA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Conductor, you’ll play a key role on the ground, safely operating rail equipment in a customer’s industrial or intermodal yard. Hands-on and classroom training are provided to establish a foundation for a long-term career. The role involves outdoor work in all weather conditions, varied daily challenges, and ensuring customer needs are met. It is physically active and offers opportunities for growth and advancement in a complex and dynamic environment.

This is a full-time position requiring 40 or more hours weekly, with a varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment. Work may include nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call duty as needed, with shifts of up to 12 hours. The position pays $24 per hour and does not pay into the Railroad Retirement Board. Applicants must live within 50 miles of the assigned location or be willing to relocate; relocation assistance is not offered.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Must meet vision requirements, including color vision.
• Ability to walk long distances on uneven surfaces and climb ladders and equipment while maintaining three points of contact.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds from floor to waist and carry it short distances.
• Ability to squat, bend, and lift overhead.
• Good balance and coordination.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and work shifts of up to 12 hours.
• Must complete a pre-employment physical and hearing and vision medical review.
• Subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment drug screening.
• Must pass background screening, including criminal and motor vehicle driving history.
• Must live within 50 miles of the assigned location or be willing to relocate.

Nice To Haves

• 2 or more years of related or relevant work experience.
• Experience working in a safety-sensitive environment.
• Situational awareness and decision-making abilities to respond effectively in a safety-sensitive environment.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all federal, state, and other applicable railroad safety and operational regulations.
• Follow instructions when working with a certified trainer, mentor, or supervisor.
• Communicate with team members using oral, written, hand signals, lantern signals, or radio instructions to coordinate train or railcar movement.
• Operate track switches to determine the route of the train or rail equipment.
• Evaluate, plan, and complete assigned work safely and efficiently.
• Climb on and off equipment and walk the length of the train or rail yard to support train operations.
• Apply or release hand brakes on railcars multiple times a day to control movement.
• Read and understand rule books and other written or printed material.
• Inspect trains and equipment, both in movement and while stationary, for safety compliance.
• Connect air hoses and electrical components between locomotives or railcars.
• Use basic computer skills for electronic reporting and train documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and telehealth coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Optional accident, critical illness, hospital, identity theft, and life insurance coverages.
• Flexible spending and health savings account plans.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• On-the-job training.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED