Freight Conductor - Cumberland, MD

CSX Transportation • Cumberland, MD

19h • Onsite

About The Position

A Freight Conductor's primary responsibility is to safely coordinate train crews on a freight train, place rail cars to facilitate loading and unloading, and makeup/breakdown trains in a rail yard, customer facility or similar locations. New hire conductors will be eligible to receive retention bonuses upon completion of their first and second year of service from date of promotion/qualification. The minimum amount to expect is $3000 after 1 year, and $2000 after year 2, but may be greater based on work location and is subject to the terms of the applicable direct hire agreement. CSX is a premier transportation company based in Jacksonville, Florida, providing rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across various markets. For nearly 200 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development, with a network connecting major metropolitan areas in the eastern United States, over 230 short-line railroads, and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports. CSX is passionate about building a workforce that reflects the values and behaviors of ONE CSX and is nationally recognized for its commitment to diversity and engagement, as well as its support for veterans and reservists. The company is committed to offering competitive compensation and benefits, unlimited opportunities for development and growth, and the safest work environment possible.

Requirements

• Must pass a drug test (hair follicle and urine)
• Must pass a medical exam
• Must pass a background check
• Must live within or be willing to relocate within 50 miles of posted location

Responsibilities

• Safely coordinate train crews on a freight train
• Place rail cars to facilitate loading and unloading
• Makeup/breakdown trains in a rail yard, customer facility or similar locations

Benefits

• Retention bonuses upon completion of their first and second year of service from date of promotion/qualification (minimum $3000 after 1 year, and $2000 after year 2, may be greater based on work location)
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Unlimited opportunities for development and growth
• Safest work environment possible

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees