Conductor

About the role

Herzog Transit Services, Inc. is currently seeking a Conductor in Austin, TX to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable safety and operating rules and regulations.
• Perform all duties required in connection with the operation of commuter trains.
• Promote safe work practices and maintain a safe work environment.
• Customer service, fare inspection, switching, and flagging.
• Notify proper authorities and prepare reports for accidents, unscheduled stops, or delays.
• Diagnose minor malfunctions and perform minor maintenance and servicing activities.
• Comply with train orders, signals, radio communications, and railroad rules and regulations.
• Engage in Herzog’s Culture and essential behaviors.
• Work non-traditional hours and adhere to regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Eye/hand coordination.
• Basic mathematics understanding.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Knowledge of rules, regulations, and policies for position.
• Logical choice and decision-making ability.
• Pass pre-employment background check, physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen.
• Complete and maintain required safety certification annually.

Physical Requirements

• Able to walk on uneven surfaces up to one-half mile.
• Maintain balance for an extended period while train is in motion.
• Awareness of surroundings and following verbal commands in noisy environments.
• Confined access/space environment with a width of 16 inches.
• Adaptability to various temperature extremes.
• Sit and stand for an extended period.
• Repetitive movements, squatting/bending, overhead reaching.
• Lift up to shoulder height and horizontally transfer up to 35 pounds for a distance up to 10 feet.
• Color/vision examinations as required by the position.
• Hear and distinguish auditory signals.
• Work in a safety-sensitive work environment.

Safety

Safety is a core value at Herzog. All employees adhere to established policies and procedures to maintain an excellent safety record.

Benefits

Herzog offers a robust benefits package including medical and dental coverage. Specific plans vary by project and location.

Why Herzog

Founded in 1969, Herzog is a national leader in commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects. Our culture empowers our professionals to act with purpose and passion, advancing their careers through excellence.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Herzog Transit Services, Inc. provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.