Train Conductor (Birmingham, AL 2025)

About the position

Norfolk Southern (NS) conductors are responsible for the safe and efficient movement of freight trains. A conductor's job can include coupling railcars to build trains, delivering railcars to local customers, and transporting trains hundreds of miles. A conductor's job can include responsibilities such as handling and interpreting electronic paperwork/track inventory, troubleshooting train issues such as making repairs, incident reporting, and inspection procedures. The conductor position can often mean a significant lifestyle change as the work schedule is often non-traditional due to the 24/7/365 industry and requires one to be available to work within a 90-minute notice.

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.

Requirements

• Must successfully complete a comprehensive training program including classroom and field training.
• Must pass a series of written tests pertinent to the application of rules: safety, hazmat, signals, and field evaluations.
• Reliable transportation is necessary to report to work within a 90-minute notice.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a similar role or industry.
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.

Benefits

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