Norfolk Southern-posted 2 months ago
$75,000 - $85,000/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Cincinnati, OH
5,001-10,000 employees
Rail Transportation

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. Please use the links below to watch a short video detailing the roles and responsibilities of a conductor prior to submitting your application. Conductor Job Overview (YouTube)

  • 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.
  • Medical insurance for you, your spouse, and eligible dependents is provided on the first day of the second calendar month of employment.
  • After one year of employment, you are eligible for dental insurance to cover yourself and eligible dependents, a $20,000 life insurance plan for yourself, and participation in the Norfolk Southern 401(K) plan.
  • You are subject to Railroad Retirement taxes paid at a rate equivalent to Social Security tax plus an additional 4.9%.
  • You are also covered by Railroad Retirement benefits and, following completion of the service requirement, you will be eligible for Railroad Retirement benefits.
  • Conductors can also qualify for up to 5 weeks of paid time off based on their work record and seniority.
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