2026

Norfolk Southern Corp.•Susquehanna Township, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Conductors are responsible for the safe and efficient movement of freight trains. This includes building trains by coupling railcars, delivering railcars to customers, transporting trains across long distances, and managing electronic documentation and inspections. You’ll be trained to troubleshoot train issues, report incidents, and ensure compliance with safety procedures. No prior railroad experience is required—we provide all the training you need to succeed. This is a seniority-based job. You'll start out on the extra board, filling in where needed, until you build enough seniority to bid on a regular assignment. You must be available to work on-call, 24/7, with as little as 90 minutes’ notice. Expect to spend 2-3 days away from home weekly. You will be required to join a union within 60 days after completing training.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older.
Must hold a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation.
Ability to report to work within 90 minutes.
Clean driving record in the past 36 months, without any suspension, revocation, cancellation, or denial of your driver's license resulting from a drug or alcohol-related incident.
Must not have been involved in diversion or probation or pleaded guilty to a drug or alcohol-related driving incident.
Must not have refused to undergo a drug or alcohol test related to the operation of a motor vehicle.
Must pass pre-employment Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) drug and alcohol screening.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Experience working outdoors in various weather conditions.
Experience with heavy equipment or in physically demanding roles.
Experience working non-traditional shifts, on call, and/or 12+ hour shifts.

Responsibilities

Build and inspect trains, railcars, and equipment for safe operation.
Operate remote control locomotives and perform tasks such as coupling, aligning drawbars, applying hand brakes, and riding railcars.
Communicate effectively with crews, dispatchers, and yard controllers.
Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all FRA and company safety regulations.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance for employees and eligible dependents begins the second calendar month of employment.
After one year: dental, life insurance, and 401(k) eligibility.
Covered under Railroad Retirement benefits and taxes.
Vacation Eligibility: 1 year - 1 week, 2 years - 2 weeks, 8 years - 3 weeks, 17 years - 4 weeks, 25 years - 5 weeks (must meet qualifying days minimum).

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