Conductor Trainee - Thayer, MO

BNSF Railway•Thayer, MO

1d•$70,000 - $82,000•Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to be a part of something that really matters? Team BNSF includes professionals focused on safety and service that play a vital role in delivering the nation's freight. Together, we help move goods and materials that sustain life and support local, national and global economies. Our rail network is one of the largest freight railroads, spanning 28 western states and serving three Canadian provinces. At BNSF, our Vision and Values drive who we are, not only in our words, but also our actions. BNSF is committed to our foundational values of equality and inclusion. As members of the BNSF community, our employees are entitled to: be treated with dignity and respect. have equal access to tools, resources, training and development opportunities. have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. We model the way through our leadership, our BNSF Diversity Councils, our eclectic Business Resource Groups, our deep involvement and investment in the communities we serve and through training programs. Our actions create an inclusive, open and collaborative workplace that encourages diverse perspectives in all interactions. SAFETY: At BNSF, Safety is a core value of how we do business. Each and every day, our employees are committed to approach one another about safety, which is key in realizing our vision. Employees are also expected to comply with company and federal safety & health regulations, safety rules & policies, as well as procedures that guide work practices to reduce risk to exposure. Such work practices include but are not limited to wearing required safety equipment, responding to safety concerns, and taking appropriate actions in the event of an emergency. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES This position is responsible for safely switching railcars and safe train movement. Additional responsibilities include the following:

Requirements

At least 18 years of age, or will be by the start date listed above
Ability to report for duty at the designated work location
Able to work safely in the above working conditions
Able to work the above shift/hours
Able to meet the above travel requirements
Ability to read, write and communicate (speak, hear and understand) English
Ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds
Ability to see, learn, and interpret hand signals from near and far; visually distinguish colors - red, blue, green, yellow and lunar (clear light); visually judge speed and distance of moving objects; see at night
Ability to discriminate and differentiate between verbal and non-verbal sounds (signals, alarms, etc.) in the work environment
Ability to visually distinguish and differentiate colors on computer display screens
Ability to use hands and use hand tools to perform activities involving holding, grasping, turning and pulling
Ability to climb ladders and get on/off equipment
Ability to work at various heights above the ground including on locomotives, railcars and other equipment
Ability to bend, lift, walk and stand occasionally with breaks
Ability to sit frequently with breaks
Follow safety policies and procedures; wear required personal protective equipment

Responsibilities

Obtain and receive information and act on oral or written instructions by various communication devices
Monitor and report daily work
Climb on/off equipment, set/release hand brakes, couple/uncouple air hoses, remove/replace broken railcar knuckle, ride moving cars by holding onto grab irons or ladders
Observe, interpret and relay hand, lantern, and other signals for train movement
Judge and control speed and clearance distance of cars
Operate track switches and derails to change train routing within yards or on road
Check switch points for proper alignment
Switch, spot cars and determine train make-up
Observe and monitor track conditions (e.g. broken rails, defective switches, weather-related problems)
Inspect cars per federal regulations
Observe and report on passing train conditions

Benefits

Medical
Pharmacy
Telemedicine
Second opinion services
Cardiac center of excellence
Health coach / experts that can help you find the right care
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to help you save money for medical, dental, vision, and childcare expenses
Opportunity to purchase Berkshire Hathaway Stock
401(k) plan to help you save for your retirement
Sickness Benefits through Railroad Retirement Board (RRB)
Discounts on gym memberships, fitness classes, travel, moving, mortgage lending, pet insurance and more.
Vacation, Holidays, Personal Leave Days
Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Family support benefits: pregnancy and infancy support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
BNSF supports growing families by providing access to adoption and surrogacy assistance with financial reimbursement up to $5,000, pregnancy support and dependent care location services.
BNSF offers a tuition reimbursement program to support your individual growth.
As a railroader, you earn a Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) annuity rather than a Social Security benefit