Electrical Apprentice Signal Trainee (Valdosta, GA)

Requisition 40188:
Electrical Apprentice Signal Trainee (Valdosta, GA)

We are accepting applications to build a pipeline of qualified candidates for upcoming hiring needs. Candidates who successfully complete the hiring process may be considered for training classes between late 2026 and mid-2027, based on business needs and location availability.

At Norfolk Southern, we believe that ourpeoplepower progress. Our culture is built on our SPIRIT values-Safety, Performance, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork-whichguidehow we work, lead, and grow together. Ifyou'reready to launch a career in railroad signal maintenance and contribute to the safety and reliability of train operations, we invite you to explore the Apprentice Signal Trainee role.

This hands-on, field-based position prepares individuals for a career in signal maintenance through structured classroom instruction and on-the-job training. Apprentice Signal Trainees learn to install, inspect, andmaintainsignal systems that are critical to safe and efficient rail operations.

• This is a seniority-based union position.
  
  You willbe required to bid on available positions, which may belocatedoutside your training location.
  
  Relocation may be necessary based on the outcome of the bid process.
  
  Relocationassistanceis not provided for this position.
• You must be available to work on-call, 24/7, including holidays,nightsand weekends.
• Extensive travel isrequiredduring training (up to 75%).
• You willbe required to join the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen (BRS) within
  60 daysofestablishingseniority.
• You must obtaina ClassA CDL within
  90 daysof hire (training provided by Norfolk Southern)

Training lasts approximately
52 weeksand includes both classroom and field instruction.

• Classroom Training:
  
  Three sessions (3 weeks each) at the NS Training Center in McDonough, GA. Hotel accommodations, mileage reimbursement, and meal stipends provided.
• Field Training:
  
  Hands-on experience with construction and maintenance crews across your seniority district.
• Evaluations:
  
  Periodic written and practical assessments.

Successful completion of the training program places apprentices on the seniority roster and makes them eligible to bid on Signal Maintainer position.

• Eastern Region North (ERN)
• Norfolk & Western (NW)
• Southern Lines