Freight Conductor - Toledo/Walbridge, OH

CSX • Toledo, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Freight Conductor safely coordinates train crews on freight trains, places rail cars for loading and unloading, and makes up or breaks down trains in rail yards, customer facilities, or similar locations. The role includes complying with railroad and safety rules, inspecting equipment, communicating by radio and telephone, working with customers, operating switches and locomotive equipment by remote control, and carrying out other assigned duties.

New hires attend four weeks of paid training at the Atlanta Training Center, followed by on-the-job training. CSX provides a hotel room for the training period, a $20 daily meal allowance, and mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate for specified travel. Trainees must maintain an 85% passing average on quizzes and tests to remain in the program. New hire conductors may receive retention bonuses after the first and second years of service, subject to applicable terms. The posting also lists location-specific earnings and bonus figures under NMAD.

The job requires living within or relocating to within 50 miles of the posted location; relocation assistance is not offered. Work hours may include nonstandard schedules, overtime, and shift work. New hires primarily work on-call, nights, weekends, and holidays, and must be able to report within two hours of notification. The role is governed by a collective bargaining agreement, and membership is required.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have one year of related experience.
• Have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Be able to read and comprehend instructions, including operating rules, bulletins, regulatory documents, and other written communications.
• Have proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Work safely to prevent on-the-job accidents and injuries.
• Wear CSX-approved protective equipment, including a high-visibility vest, safety boots, hard hat, and hearing protection.
• Be able to report to work within two hours of being notified.
• Be able to travel and be away from the home terminal for 24 hours or longer when required.
• Pass required assessments, a drug test, medical exam, and background check.
• Submit to random drug and/or alcohol testing as required by federal regulations.
• Meet applicable FRA color vision and hearing requirements.
• Be available for a nonstandard workweek, overtime, various shifts, and primarily on-call, night, weekend, and holiday work as a new hire.
• Be willing to live within or relocate to within 50 miles of the posted location; relocation assistance is not offered.
• Accept the strict disciplinary policy regarding failure to report within the required time limit.
• Join the collective bargaining agreement membership required for the position.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of outside work experience, such as construction, heavy equipment operations, or farming; experience may be professional, personal, or volunteer.
• Experience working in a safety-sensitive environment.
• A valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Comply with railroad and safety rules, FRA regulations, railroad signals, and train orders.
• Safely perform all job responsibilities.
• Inspect equipment on rail cars before departures.
• Receive and transmit information by radio and telephone.
• Read and understand bulletins, work orders, and switch lists.
• Assist with coupling and uncoupling cars, operate switches, and make minor railcar repairs, including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hoses.
• Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars and meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Remain aware of the surrounding area and suspicious activity to support rail safety.
• Operate locomotive equipment using a remote control device.
• Comprehend color and/or hand signals and systems.
• Review instructions from yardmasters, dispatchers, and other transportation employees, and discuss them with the locomotive engineer.
• Complete other activities and responsibilities as assigned by the manager.
• Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations.
• Advance to an engineer position when required, based on seniority.
• Cover outlying locations based on seniority.

Benefits

• Retention bonuses for new hire conductors after the first and second years of service, subject to applicable terms.
• Four weeks of paid training.
• Hotel room provided for the four-week training period.
• $20 per day meal allowance during training.
• Mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate for travel between the hiring location and Atlanta, and between the training center and hotel.
• Overtime opportunities may increase earnings.
• CSX states it offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and opportunities for development and growth.

What This Job Offers

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