Conductor
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Transportation
Railroad / Railway, Transportation & Logistics
Job Category: Transportation and Train Crew
Requisition Number: CONDU
009051
- Posted :
September 28, 2026 - Full-Time
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Portland & Western Railroad, Inc. (PNWR)
Tigard, OR , USA
Company / Benefits Overview:
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:
- Life Insurance
- Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, & 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!
Job Summary:
As a Conductor, you'll play a key role in moving freight safely and efficiently to customers. We will provide you with both classroom and hands-on 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.
- 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
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