Freight Conductor - Marysville, OH

CSX • Marysville, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

A Freight Conductor safely coordinates train crews, places rail cars for loading and unloading, and makes up and breaks down trains in rail yards, customer facilities, or similar locations. The role includes operating locomotive equipment with a remote-control device and coordinating with yardmasters, dispatchers, locomotive engineers, customers, and other transportation employees.

New hires attend four weeks of paid training at the Atlanta Training Center, followed by on-the-job training. Training includes classroom and computer-based learning, hands-on simulations, and physical competencies. Trainees must maintain an 85% average on quizzes and tests to remain in the program. A hotel room is provided for the four-week training period, and trainees receive a $20 daily meal allowance. Roundtrip mileage between the hiring location and Atlanta, and mileage between the training center and hotel, is reimbursed at the IRS rate.

The position requires passing a hair follicle and urine drug test, medical examination, background check, and required assessments. Employees must live within or be willing to relocate within 50 miles of the posted location; relocation assistance is not offered. The position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement, and membership is required. New hires may be placed in a hiring pipeline depending on business needs.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have one year of related experience.
• Have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Be able to read and comprehend operating instructions, rules, bulletins, regulatory documents, and other written communications.
• Have proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Work safely to prevent workplace accidents and injuries.
• Wear CSX-approved protective equipment, including a high-visibility vest, safety boots, hard hat, and hearing protection.
• Be available for a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shifts; new hires primarily work on-call, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Be able to report to work within two hours of being notified.
• Be willing to travel and be away from the home terminal for 24 hours or longer when required.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Pass all required assessments and meet federal drug and alcohol testing requirements, including random testing.
• Meet the strict attendance and reporting-time requirements.
• Live within or be willing to relocate within 50 miles of the posted location; relocation assistance is not offered.
• Pass a drug test, medical examination, and background check.
• Meet physical requirements, including mounting and dismounting moving equipment; stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, balancing, and climbing; working in confined or awkward places; riding outside rail equipment for extended periods; walking long distances over uneven terrain; demonstrating auditory and visual acuity; meeting FRA color-vision and hearing requirements; and frequently lifting up to 80 pounds.
• Demonstrate verbal comprehension, clear communication, reasoning, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Be willing to join the required collective bargaining agreement membership.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Comply with railroad and safety rules, Federal Railroad Administration 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 couplings or air brake hoses.
• Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars and provide excellent customer service.
• Remain aware of the surrounding area and suspicious activity to support rail safety.
• Operate locomotive equipment using a remote-control device.
• Comprehend color and hand signals and related 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.

Benefits

• Retention bonus after the first year of service, with a stated minimum of $3,000; the amount may be greater based on work location and is subject to the applicable direct hire agreement.
• Retention bonus after the second year of service, with a stated minimum of $2,000; the amount may be greater based on work location and is subject to the applicable direct hire agreement.
• For NMAD, stated cash bonuses are $5,569.22 in the first year and $3,712.81 in the second year.
• Four weeks of paid training.
• Hotel room provided during the four-week training period.
• $20 per day meal allowance during training.
• Roundtrip mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate between the hiring location and Atlanta, and mileage between the training center and hotel.
• Information about benefits is available through the employer.

What This Job Offers

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