Rail Conductor

Work with Ground man and/or locomotive engineer to conduct switches in rail yard. Place cars to facilitate loading and unloading and the makeup and breakdown on trains in a rail yard.
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Primary Activities and Responsibilities*
- Ensure compliance with all train orders, signals, and railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, policies and procedures.
- Review instructions from Rail Supervisor and yardmasters, and discuss with train crew
- Inspect all equipment on cars prior to departures
- Receive and transmit information by radio and telephone
- Read and understand bulletins, work orders, and switch lists
- Work with Rail Supervisor and customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars
- Maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety
- Operate locomotive equipment.
- Comprehend color and/or hand signals and systems
- Quickly and repeatedly make precise adjustments in moving the controls of a machine or vehicle to exact positions
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**Minimum Qualifications**
- High School diploma/GED
- 18 years of age or older
- Valid Driver's License
- 5 years verifiable work experience
- No driving violations involving alcohol or drugs within the past 5 years
**Preferred Qualifications**
- Outside work experience
- Experience working varying shift schedules
- Experience operating heavy equipment
- Mechanical experience would be an asset
**Physical Requirements**
- Medium to heavy work, lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 83 pounds on a rare basis
- Reach/handle/finger/feel
- Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb
- Work in cramped, confined, enclosed, or awkward places
- Ride on the outside of rail equipment for long periods of time
- Walk long distances over uneven terrain
- Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection
**Basic Competencies**
- Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications--both general and technical)
- Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
- Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
**Employment Conditions**
- Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
- Wear protective equipment including hearing protection, safety-toe boots, hi visibility coveralls, or safety glasses
- Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work, including on-call 7 days a week, 24 hours per day, with extended periods of time away from home and short rest between assignments in accordance with the hours of service regulation
- Complete annual training and pass safety operating rules examination
**Required Qualifications**
Skills and Knowledge:
- Collaborate with others in order to achieve the best results and deliver the most value
- Continually seek greater knowledge about the systems, processes and hazards in the workplace, in order to understand not just what you do but why you do it
- Hold others accountable, and expect others to do the same
**Job Type**:
Full Time, wage based on experience, full benefits package after 6 months
Those interested please send your resume outlining your education and experience
VIP Rail is an equal opportunity employer.
**Salary**:
$60,334.56-$80,926.56 per year
**Benefits**:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Work Location:
One location