Conductor

Florida East Coast Railway•Ft Pierce, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves supervising train crews on a freight train and coordinating switch engine crews. Responsibilities include placing cars to facilitate loading and unloading, and managing the makeup and breakdown of trains in various locations such as a rail yard or industrial plant. New hires will undergo three weeks of paid classroom training in Fort Pierce, Florida, followed by on-the-job training in all aspects of Conductor service, including Yard, Local, and Through Freight operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Must have a valid driver’s license
2 years verifiable work experience and/or college
No driving violations involving alcohol or drugs within the past 3 years
Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications--both general and technical)
Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity
Applicants must have normal color vision to qualify for employment as a conductor
Basic Math
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work, including on-call 7 days a week, 24 hours per day, with extended periods of time away from home and short rest between assignments in accordance with the hours of service regulation
Advance to engineer position when required, based on seniority
Work hours are based on seniority - new hires will work primarily nights, weekends, and holidays
Must be able to report to work safely with two-hour notice
Strict disciplinary policy regarding inability to report to work within proper time frame, or failure to accept a call for work
Lift up to 90 pounds occasionally
Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/balance/climb on an occasional basis
Work outside in all weather conditions and on occasion at elevated heights
Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, safety-toe boots, or safety glasses
Walk long distances over uneven terrain
Work in cramped, confined, enclosed, or awkward places
Ride on the outside of rail equipment for long periods of time
Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
Must successfully complete probationary period
May require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
Must pass all required assessments
Must pass a background and drug screening
Requires a medical examination, including physical capabilities, audio and vision testing
Must meet color vision requirements as described in the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Regulations
Active employees must complete one year in current position or craft before applying for positions
An active or furloughed employee who changes to a new craft may be required to permanently relinquish his/her seniority in the former craft unless otherwise provided for in the applicable collective bargaining agreement or other governing agreement
This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement, membership is required

Nice To Haves

Outside work experience
Mechanical aptitude
Experience working on an on-call basis
Experience working varying shift schedules
Heavy equipment experience

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all train orders, signals, and railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
Review instructions from dispatchers and yardmasters, and discuss with locomotive engineer and train crew
Inspect all equipment on cars prior to departures
Receive and transmit information by radio and telephone
Read and understand bulletins, work orders, and switch lists
Assist and instruct train crews to couple and uncouple cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars, including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hoses
Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars
Maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety
Operate locomotive equipment through the use of remote control device
Comprehend color and/or hand signals and systems
Quickly and repeatedly make precise adjustments in moving the controls of a machine or vehicle to exact positions
Quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to visual symbols, signals and displays (sound, light, picture, etc.)
Assist other employees when and where instructed