Conductor

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. • Aberdeen, WA

48d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) team, a company with a legacy of over 125 years in the railroad industry. G&W operates a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and employs 4,000 people across North America, providing transportation and logistics services to more than 2,000 customers. The company upholds Core Values including Safety, Service, Integrity, Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation, and Excellence. G&W offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid training. As a Conductor, you will be crucial in safely and efficiently moving freight to customers. The role includes both classroom and hands-on training to build a strong career foundation. You will work outdoors in all weather conditions, facing new challenges daily while ensuring customer needs are met. This is a physically active position 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 18 years of age
• Pre-employment physical, 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
• Must live within 50 miles of assigned location or be willing to relocate
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal
• Possess situational awareness and decision-making abilities to respond effectively in a safety sensitive environment

Nice To Haves

• 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 all 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 the rule books and other written or printed material
• Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary for safety compliance
• Connect air hoses and electrical components between locomotives or railcars
• Utilize basic computer skills proficiently for electronic reporting and train documentation
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Telehealth
• Life Insurance
• Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Theft & Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending & 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
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees