Conductor/Switchman

* This position DOES NOT pay into Railroad Retirement

Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) team - part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2,000 customers.

At G&W, we live by our Core Values: Safety, Service, Integrity, Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence . We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid training to help you succeed. Check out some of our great benefits below:

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Telehealth • Life Insurance • Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Theft & Life Insurance • Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans • Employee Assistance Program • 401(k) Retirement Plan • On the Job Training • Paid Time Off • Tuition Reimbursement • And more! * Benefits are subject to change and may vary by labor agreement

Explore your future with G&W today and learn more about the opportunities to grow across our organization!

Pay details : $24/hour

* This position does not pay into the Railroad Retirement Board

Job Summary:

As a Conductor, you'll play a key role on the ground, safely operating rail equipment in our customer's industrial or intermodal yard. We will provide you with hands-on and classroom training to set a strong foundation for a long-term career. You'll work outdoors in all weather conditions, tackling new challenges each day while ensuring we meet our customers' needs. This is a physically active position with real opportunities for growth and advancement in a complex and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

• Comply with all federal, state, and other applicable railroad safety and operational regulations • Follow instructions when working with a certified trainer, mentor, or supervisor • Communicate with team members using oral, written, hand signals, lantern signals or radio instructions to coordinate train or railcar movement • Operate track switches to determine the route of the train or rail equipment • Evaluate, plan, and complete all assigned work safely and efficiently • Climb on and off equipment and walk the length of the train or rail yard to support train operations • Apply or release hand brakes on railcars multiple times a day to control movement • Read and understand the rule books and other written or printed material • Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary for safety compliance • Connect air hoses and electrical components between locomotives or railcars • Utilize basic computer skills proficiently for electronic reporting and train documentation • Perform other duties as assigned