Railroad Conductor

Rail Management Services•Walkertown, NC

19d•Onsite

About The Position

PRS Auto is hiring a Railroad Conductor to work at the Norfolk Southern Railroad terminal in Walkertown, North Carolina. The position assists the Train Engineer with the safe and efficient movement of locomotives and rail cars throughout the rail yard, including organizing rail traffic, positioning rail cars, and keeping tracks clear for incoming and outgoing trains. No prior railroad experience is required; paid on-the-job training is provided. This is an outdoor role involving changing weather conditions, loud continuous noise, moving rail equipment, and potential safety hazards. The schedule has one available shift beginning at 4:00 AM. Employees work approximately 40 hours per week, with shifts typically lasting 8–12 hours depending on workload, and are paid weekly. Employees are employed by PRS Auto, not Norfolk Southern Railroad.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license.
Ability to pass required vision and hearing tests.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to follow instructions, recognize hazards, and work safely around moving rail equipment.
Dependable, safety-conscious, and willing to learn.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Willingness to learn railroad procedures and successfully complete required on-the-job training.
Ability to walk and travel throughout the rail yard during the shift.
Comfort working outdoors in changing weather conditions, around loud continuous noise and moving rail equipment, and wearing required PPE throughout the workday.
No prior railroad experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in warehousing, delivery driving, landscaping, construction, outdoor labor, material handling, or other hands-on jobs.

Responsibilities

Assist the Train Engineer with moving locomotives and rail cars safely throughout the rail yard.
Position rail cars on designated tracks to support loading, unloading, and rail yard operations.
Operate rail track switches to direct rail cars to appropriate tracks.
Connect and disconnect rail air hoses as needed.
Conduct job briefings with supervisors and crew members before operations begin.
Communicate with the Train Engineer and crew using radio, verbal, and hand signals.
Participate in daily safety briefings and follow applicable safety procedures.
Inspect rail equipment for visible damage and immediately report concerns to the operator and supervisor.
Follow applicable OSHA, HAZMAT, and railroad safety requirements.
Wear required personal protective equipment, including a safety vest, safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety-toe boots.
Remain aware of surrounding equipment, track conditions, uneven surfaces, debris, and potential hazards.
Help maintain an organized, efficient, and safe rail yard.