Conductor

PATH Train Conductor Responsibilities

Conductors are responsible for managing the overall safe, on‑time operation of their individual trains within the scope of the rules of the Transportation Department. The essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Communicate information to passengers, crew members, and other railroad employees in person and via onboard communication channels
• Meeting and exceeding customer expectations by delivering great service.
• Ensure compliance with all railroad and safety rules.
• Ensure compliance with Federal Railroad Administrative Regulations.

• Operate train doors at station stops and assist customers on and off trains as necessary
• Read, understand, comply with bulletin orders, general orders and other applicable rules of the Transportation Department
• Manage emergency situations such as medical emergencies, equipment breakdowns and evacuation of passengers if necessary
• Verbally direct the movement of trains
• Provide professional customer service to passengers
• Register for duty on time
• Prepare trains for service and conduct complete train check before and after the train has reached its final destination to make sure all passengers have disembarked

Training Program:
Conductors undergo a training program of approximately 8 weeks. In this training, conductors will participate in a combination of classroom and field training and will receive assessments weekly. Conductors are required to successfully complete training and obtain the required Certification as mandated by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). Failure to do so may result in termination from employment.

Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position:

• 18 years of age or older
• High School or Equivalency Diploma or GED Equivalent is required.
• Two (2) years of verifiable work experience in customer service in roles such as security, transportation, operation or safety.
• Must be available to work various shift schedules (can be up to 12 hours) including weekends, holidays and overnight shifts
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Ability to maintain alertness, awareness, and vigilance at all times
• Must have the ability to effectively and accurately understand, interpret, reference, evaluate, technical and non‑technical information.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Must work safely and efficiently and not cause a threat to the health and safety of self and others.
• Must have the ability to perform continuous physical tasks for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 40lb weight, push, and pull. Conductors climb up the train, walk on the tracks, move from car to car while the train is in motion.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather
• Safely and efficiently work, stand and walk on uneven ground and/or climbing on/off equipment in varying conditions.
• Qualified candidates must be eligible to receive a Passenger Conductor Certification, pursuant to C.F.R. Part 242, and are expected to successfully pass the required pre‑employment requirements, which include: medical exams including Hearing & Vision, interview panel, practical evaluation/physical agility test interviews, background check, and drug/alcohol screening.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Communicate with dispatchers, crew member and the control center via radio or other communication devices

Ideal candidates will present the following profile:

• Work experience demonstrating skills in clear and effective verbal communication
• Ability to maintain alertness, awareness, and vigilance at all times.
• Professional experience working in a capacity requiring initiative and responsibility. Some prior mechanical experience preferred.
• Associate degree or technical/vocational training preferred.
• Ability to work safely and act quickly in responding to emergency and non‑emergency situations.

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.

Selected qualified candidates will be invited to take part in the assessment process which consists of written, oral, and practical examinations.

• Written Examination – The written examination is…