Experienced Train Conductor

Position: Experienced Train Conductor (Various Locations)

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Experienced Train Conductor (Various Locations)

Location: Decatur, IL, US, 62521 Conway, PA, US, 15027 Atlanta, GA, US, 30318 Elrama, PA, US, 15038 Louisville, KY, US, 40218 Altoona, PA, US, 16602 Princeton, IN, US, 47670 Buffalo, NY, US, 14210 Roanoke, VA, US, 24016 Toledo, OH, US,  Chattanooga, TN, US, 37405 Binghamton, NY, US, 13904 Harrisburg, PA, US, 17110 Bellevue, OH, US, 44811 Fort Wayne, IN, US, 46803 Cincinnati, OH, US, 45227

Company: Norfolk Southern Corp.

UP TO $50K INCENTIVE FOR CERTIFIED CONDUCTORS

Norfolk Southern is seeking currently certified Train Conductors with prior railroad conductor experience to join our operations team.

An active FRA conductor certification is required for this position.

Why Certified Conductors Choose Norfolk Southern

• Up to $50,000 signing bonus for certified conductors hired into a priority location. See priority locations below.
• A job for life:
  Norfolk Southern has committed to a job for life for its union employees
• Short familiarization period, so you can get to work faster

What You Should Know

• This is a seniority-based position.
• Conductors may work from an extra board and fill assignments based on operational needs and seniority.
• Work schedules may include nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments.
• The role requires working outdoors in varying weather conditions and around moving trains, railcars, and equipment.
• Assignments may require time away from home.

Training

Because you already hold an active certification, you will complete a short Norfolk Southern familiarization program at our Training Center instead of full conductor training.

Job Responsibilities

• Build, inspect, and prepare trains and railcars for safe movement.
• Perform switching and other conductor duties associated with freight train operations.
• Couple and uncouple railcars, align drawbars, operate switches, apply hand brakes, and ride rail equipment as required.
• Communicate with train crews, dispatchers, yard personnel, and other operating employees.
• Complete required inspections and documentation.
• Follow railroad operating rules, safety procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Identify and report equipment or operating issues.
• Operate remote control locomotives when qualified and required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Current, active conductor certification.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to report to work within required call times.
• Ability to meet applicable pre-employment and safety-sensitive position requirements.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk several miles during a shift, including over uneven terrain.
• Ability to safely climb, ride, and work on or around rail equipment.
• Ability to meet applicable medical, vision, color vision, and hearing requirements.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of conductor duties.

Work Conditions

• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Work irregular schedules, including on-call assignments, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Be available for call based on assignment and operating needs.
• Perform safety-sensitive work requiring constant awareness around moving trains, locomotives, railcars, and equipment.

Compensation

Certified conductors are eligible for a signing bonus, paid in installments. The amount depends on where you are hired.

Priority location: $50,000

• $10,000 after NS familiarization
• $10,000 at 6 months
• $10,000 at 12 months
• $20,000 at 18 months

Traditional location: $30,000

• $5,000 after NS familiarization
• $5,000 at 6 months
• $5,000 at 12 months
• $15,000 at 18 months

Priority vs. Regular Locations

• Priority locations…