Conductor

ISRR • Petersburg, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Conductor, you will help move freight safely and efficiently to customers. The company provides classroom and hands-on training. The job involves outdoor work in all weather conditions and physically active duties in a complex, dynamic environment, with opportunities for growth and advancement. Conductors work full-time, 40 or more hours weekly, on a varying schedule in a 24/7 environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call work as needed. Shifts may last up to 12 hours. The employee must live within 50 miles of the assigned location or be willing to relocate; relocation assistance is not offered.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience, a valid driver's license, and being at least 18 years old. Employment is subject to pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review; federally mandated drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment screening; and background screening, including criminal and motor vehicle driving history.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Situational awareness and decision-making abilities to respond effectively in a safety-sensitive environment.
• Ability to 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, lift overhead, and maintain good balance and coordination.
• Must live within 50 miles of the assigned location or be willing to relocate.
• Must complete pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review; federally mandated drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment drug screening; and background screening, including criminal and motor vehicle driving history.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 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 trains or rail yards 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 the condition of trains and equipment while moving 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

• Competitive pay of $29.70.
• 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 and paid training.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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