Lynchburg, VA Train Conductor

Norfolk Southern • Lynchburg, VA

190d • $75,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Norfolk Southern (NS) invites dedicated individuals to join our team as Train Conductors. As a Train Conductor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the secure and efficient movement of freight trains. This dynamic position encompasses a range of responsibilities, including coupling railcars to construct trains, delivering railcars to local customers, and transporting trains over extended distances. The conductor position can often mean a significant lifestyle change as the work schedule is often non-traditional and requires many to be available to work on a 90-minute notice.

Requirements

• Must be able to work irregular schedules determined by business needs.
• Must be available on-call 24/7 with a 90-minute notice when not on a scheduled off day.
• Reliable transportation is necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a transportation or logistics role.
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety to ensure the safe transport of freight.
• Safely connect and disconnect railcars to assemble and disassemble trains as per the designated configuration.
• Deliver railcars to local customers, ensuring safe, timely, and precise service.
• Safely transport trains over long distances.
• Maintain clear communication with other crew members, dispatchers, and relevant personnel to coordinate activities and respond to instructions.
• Adhere to a non-traditional work schedule with availability on short notice.

Benefits

• Medical insurance for you, your spouse, and eligible dependents provided on the first day of the second calendar month of employment.
• Dental insurance eligibility after one year of employment.
• $20,000 life insurance plan for yourself after one year.
• Participation in the Norfolk Southern 401(K) plan.
• Up to 5 weeks of paid time off based on work record and seniority.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Rail Transportation