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A Freight Conductor''s primary responsibility is to safely coordinate train crews on a freight train, place rail cars to facilitate loading and unloading, and makeup/breakdown trains in a rail yard, customer facility or similar locations. Assist with the coupling and uncoupling of cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars, including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hoses.

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Please read entire posting before applying to this position.A Freight Conductor''s primary responsibility is to safely coordinate train crews on a freight train, place rail cars to facilitate loading and unloading, and makeup/breakdown trains in a rail yard, customer facility or similar locations. To know more of what a day-in-the-life looks like for a conductor, please click to see a video here.New hire conductors will be eligible to receive retention bonuses upon completion of their first and second year of service from date of promotion/qualification.  The minimum amount to expect is $3000 after 1 year, and $2000 after year 2, but may be greater based on work location and is subject to the terms of the applicable direct hire agreement.Note: You must pass a drug test (hair follicle and urine), medical exam, and background check to be hired into this role.Must live within or be willing to relocate within 50 miles of posted location. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.Depending in the business need, you may be placed in a pipeline during the hiring process. If you are selected for the position, more information about the pipeline possibility will be discussed.CSX is passionate about building a workforce that reflects the values and behaviors of ONE CSX. We are nationally recognized for our commitment to diversity and engagement, as well as our support for veterans and reservists.CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For nearly 200 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation''s economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation''s population resides. It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Connect with us on Facebook X LinkedIn Instagram YouTubeClosing StatementAt CSX, two of our six Guiding Principles are Valuing and Developing Employees as well as Operating Safely. We are committed to offering our team members the most competitive compensation and benefits package available, unlimited opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.CSX is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Click here to view the EEO is Law poster.CSX Transportation and its subsidiaries are not seeking outside assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or search firms for employment or contractor opportunities. Any resumes submitted by an outside vendor to any employee at CSX via e-mail, Internet, or directly to hiring managers without a valid written search agreement in place with the Talent Acquisition / HR department will be deemed the sole property of CSX. No placement fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired as a result of the referral, or through other means.Minimum Qualifications<ul><li>18 years of age or older</li><li>One year of related experience</li><li>High School Diploma/GED</li><li>Ability to read and comprehend all instructions including operating rules, bulletins, regulatory documents and other written communications</li><li>Proficient verbal and written communication skills</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>One or more years of outside work experience, e.g. construction, heavy equipment operations, farming, etc. (can be professional, personal, or volunteer experience)</li><li>Experience working in a safety sensitive environment</li><li>Valid Driver''s Licence</li></ul>Job Requirements<ul><li>Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries</li><li>Must wear CSX approved protective equipment such as high-visibility vest, safety boots, hard hat, and hearing protection</li><li>Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work</li><li>Work hours are based on seniority, new hires primarily work on-call, nights, weekends, and holidays</li><li>Must be able to safely report to work within two hours of being notified to report</li><li>May be required to travel and be away from home terminal for 24 hours or longer</li><li>Work outdoors in varying weather conditions</li><li>Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations</li><li>Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol</li><li>Must pass all required assessments</li><li>Strict disciplinary policy regarding inability to report to work within proper time limit</li><li>Advance to engineer position when required, based on seniority</li><li>This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is required</li><li>Cover outlying locations based on seniority</li><li>Information about benefits can be found here</li></ul>Physical Requirements<ul><li>Must be able to mount and dismount moving equipment</li><li>Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb</li><li>Work in cramped, confined, enclosed, or awkward places</li><li>Ride on the outside of rail equipment for extended periods of time</li><li>Walk long distances over uneven terrain for extended periods of time during shifts</li><li>Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection</li><li>Must meet color vision and hearing requirements as described in FRA Regulations</li><li>Frequent lifting up to 80 pounds</li></ul>Basic Competencies<ul><li>Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)</li><li>Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)</li><li>Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)</li></ul>Primary Activities and Responsibilities<ul><li>Ensure compliance with all railroad and safety rules, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations, railroad signals, and train orders</li><li>Be able to safely perform all job responsibilities</li><li>Inspect all equipment on cars prior to departures</li><li>Receive and transmit information by radio and telephone</li><li>Read and understand bulletins, work orders, and switch lists</li><li>Assist with the coupling and uncoupling of cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars, including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hoses</li><li>Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars; delivers excellent customer service by identifying customer needs and meeting or exceeding expectations</li><li>Maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety</li><li>Operate locomotive equipment using remote control device</li><li>Comprehend color and/or hand signals and systems</li><li>Review instructions from yardmasters, dispatchers, and other transportation employees, and discuss with locomotive engineer</li><li>Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager</li></ul>CSRA<ul><li>Projected first year earnings: $97,185</li><li>Training rate while in Atlanta: $2,457.56 bi-weekly</li><li>On-the-job (OJT) training Rate: $2,949.06 bi-weekly</li><li>After OJT, guaranteed extra-board pay of $2,430.52 bi-weekly</li><li>The average earnings for new hire conductors in 2023 was $97,185 but could potentially be more with overtime opportunities.</li></ul>CSRA Bonus:<ul><li>1st year - $3,000 deferred to 401K</li><li>2nd year - $2,000 deferred to 401K</li></ul>TrainingYou are expected to attend four weeks of paid training at the Atlanta Training Center (ATC) in Atlanta, GA. Training includes a combination of classroom and computer-based learning, hands-on simulations, and physical competencies. New hires must maintain an 85% passing rate on quizzes and tests to remain in training. Failure to maintain the 85% average will result in new hires being released from the program, and their offer will be rescinded. CSX will provide a hotel room for the entire four weeks. New hires will receive a $20 per day meal allowance starting the first day of training. The REDI Cafe operated by Sodexo provides lunch options at a standardized cost of $7 plus tax on class days. Roundtrip mileage will be reimbursed at the IRS rate between the hiring location and Atlanta, as well as mileage between the training center and hotel. On-the-job training begins immediately following the successful completion of training at the ATC.Primary Activities and Responsibilities<ul><li>Ensure compliance with all railroad and safety rules, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations, railroad signals, and train orders</li><li>Be able to safely perform all job responsibilities</li><li>Inspect all equipment on cars prior to departures</li><li>Receive and transmit information by radio and telephone</li><li>Read and understand bulletins, work orders, and switch lists</li><li>Assist with the coupling and uncoupling of cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars, including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hoses</li><li>Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars; delivers excellent customer service by identifying customer needs and meeting or exceeding expectations</li><li>Maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety</li><li>Operate locomotive equipment using remote control device</li><li>Comprehend color and/or hand signals and systems</li><li>Review instructions from yardmasters, dispatchers, and other transportation employees, and discuss with locomotive engineer</li><li>Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager</li></ul>CSRA<ul><li>Projected first year earnings: $97,185</li><li>Training rate while in Atlanta: $2,457.56 bi-weekly</li><li>On-the-job (OJT) training Rate: $2,949.06 bi-weekly</li><li>After OJT, guaranteed extra-board pay of $2,430.52 bi-weekly</li><li>The average earnings for new hire conductors in 2023 was $97,185 but could potentially be more with overtime opportunities.</li></ul>CSRA Bonus:<ul><li>1st year - $3,000 deferred to 401K</li><li>2nd year - $2,000 deferred to 401K</li></ul>TrainingYou are expected to attend four weeks of paid training at the Atlanta Training Center (ATC) in Atlanta, GA. Training includes a combination of classroom and computer-based learning, hands-on simulations, and physical competencies. New hires must maintain an 85% passing rate on quizzes and tests to remain in training. Failure to maintain the 85% average will result in new hires being released from the program, and their offer will be rescinded. CSX will provide a hotel room for the entire four weeks. New hires will receive a $20 per day meal allowance starting the first day of training. The REDI Cafe operated by Sodexo provides lunch options at a standardized cost of $7 plus tax on class days. Roundtrip mileage will be reimbursed at the IRS rate between the hiring location and Atlanta, as well as mileage between the training center and hotel. On-the-job training begins immediately following the successful completion of training at the ATC.

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Its Norfolk Southern Railway Company subsidiary operates approximately 19,500 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. This includes building trains by coupling railcars, delivering railcars to customers, transporting trains across long distances, and managing electronic documentation and inspections.

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DescriptionAt Norfolk Southern, we believe that our people power progress. Our culture is built on our SPIRIT values-Safety, Performance, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork-which guide how we work, lead, and grow together. If youre ready to be part of a dynamic team and contribute to one of the nation's premier transportation companies, we invite you to explore the conductor role.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.What You Should Know<ul><li>This is a seniority-based job. Youll start out on the extra board, filling in where needed, until you build enough seniority to bid on a regular assignment.</li><li>You must be available to work on-call, 24/7, with as little as 90 minutes' notice.</li><li>Expect to spend 2-3 days away from home weekly.</li><li>You will be required to join a union within 60 days after completing training.</li></ul>TrainingOn the job training lasts about 20 weeks, depending on the complexity of your assigned location, this training can go beyond 20 weeks. Training includes classroom instruction, field training, and on-the-job experience. The first 5 weeks take place at the Norfolk Southern Training Center in McDonough, GA. During this time, the company provides hotel accommodations, weekly meal stipends, and travel reimbursement from your hire location. The remaining weeks of training will be completed at your assigned location.To successfully complete the program and earn your promotion and certification, you must pass all classroom, field, and on-the-job requirements. This includes written exams and field evaluations covering physical characteristics, operating rules, safety, hazmat, and signal rules.Job Responsibilities<ul><li>Build and inspect trains, railcars, and equipment for safe operation.</li><li>Operate remote control locomotives and perform tasks such as coupling, aligning drawbars, applying hand brakes, and riding railcars.</li><li>Communicate effectively with crews, dispatchers, and yard controllers.</li><li>Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all FRA and company safety regulations.</li><li>Perform additional duties as assigned.</li><li>Additional information about roles and responsibilities are detailed in this video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZdUABU2g_k" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZdUABU2g_k</a></li></ul>Qualifications - Required<ul><li>Must be 18 years or older.</li><li>Must hold a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation.</li><li>Ability to report to work within 90 minutes.</li><li>Clean driving record in the past 36 months, without any suspension, revocation, cancellation, or denial of your drivers license resulting from a drug or alcohol-related incident.</li><li>Must not have been involved in diversion or probation or pleaded guilty to a drug or alcohol-related driving incident.</li><li>Must not have refused to undergo a drug or alcohol test related to the operation of a motor vehicle.</li><li>Must pass pre-employment Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) drug and alcohol screening.</li><li>Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.</li></ul>Qualifications - Preferred<ul><li>Experience working outdoors in various weather conditions.</li><li>Experience with heavy equipment or in physically demanding roles.</li><li>Experience working non-traditional shifts, on call, and/or 12+ hour shifts.</li></ul>Physical and Mental Job Requirements<ul><li>Ability to lift and carry up to 85 lbs.</li><li>Must pass physical standards which may include but are not limited to:</li><li>Hang Test</li><li></li><li></li></ul>Ability to hang from a rail car ladder with 3 points of contact (2 feet & 1 hand) for 1 minute 15 seconds per side.<ul><li/><li/></ul>Ability to walk up to several miles per shift on uneven terrain.<ul><li>Ability to meet FRA medical requirements:</li><li></li><li></li></ul>Visual acuity (at least 20/40 in each eye separately and both together with or without corrective lenses).<ul><li/><li/></ul>Color vision-ability to pass specific FRA color vision tests (lenses used to improve color vision are not permitted).<ul><li/><li/></ul>Hearing-no hearing loss greater than 40B average, at 500, 1000, and 2000 in better ear (can be met with hearing aid).Work Conditions<ul><li>Work outdoors in all weather conditions.</li><li>Irregular schedules, including on-call, nights, weekends, and holidays.</li><li>Must be available for call 24/7.</li><li>This is a safety-sensitive position requiring constant alertness while working around heavy, moving, potentially hazardous locomotive engines.</li></ul>Compensation and Benefits<ul><li>Conductor Trainees earn a minimum of $200 per shift during on-the-job training, with overtime at $25/hour.</li><li>First-year conductors average $70,000 annually; experienced conductors average $84,000.</li><li>Locomotive engineers earn a guaranteed minimum of $94,000, with potential to exceed $100,000.</li><li>Medical insurance for employees and eligible dependents begins the second calendar month of employment.</li><li>After one year: dental, life insurance, and 401(k) eligibility.</li><li>Covered under Railroad Retirement benefits and taxes.</li><li>Vacation Eligibility:</li></ul>Years of ServiceVacation*112283174255<ul><li>must meet qualifying days minimum</li></ul>#INDCompany OverviewNorfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is a Fortune 300 organization and one of the nation's premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway Company subsidiary operates approximately 19,500 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern is a major transporter of industrial products, including chemicals, agriculture, and metals and construction materials. In addition, the railroad operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a principal carrier of coal, automobiles, and automotive parts.At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.

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