Conductor

CFER•Fort Wayne, IN

About The Position

As a Conductor, you’ll help move freight safely and efficiently to customers. The company provides classroom and hands-on training to build a foundation for a long-term career. The role involves outdoor work in all weather conditions, physical activity, and changing daily challenges, with opportunities for growth and advancement in a complex and dynamic environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
Valid driver’s license.
At least eighteen years of age.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Situational awareness and decision-making abilities to respond effectively in a safety-sensitive environment.
Meet vision requirements, including color vision.
Pass a pre-employment physical and hearing and vision medical review.
Subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment drug screening.
Background screening, including criminal and motor vehicle driving history.
Live within 50 miles of the assigned location or be willing to relocate; relocation assistance is not offered.
Able to work a varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment, including nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call as needed.
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including shifts of up to 12 hours.
Able to walk long distances on uneven surfaces and climb ladders and equipment while maintaining three points of contact.
Able to lift up to 75 pounds from floor to waist and carry it short distances.
Able to squat, bend, and lift overhead.
Good balance and coordination.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of related or relevant work experience.
Experience working 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 train and equipment conditions while moving and 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

Competitive pay.
Medical, dental, vision, and telehealth coverage.
Company-paid 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.