Conductor Trainee - Spokane, WA - Furloughed Employees Encouraged to Apply

About the role

Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence. We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world. We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. This position is based in Spokane, WA with an anticipated start date of 02/15/2027 and four openings available. NOTE: This posting is for a "Primary Recall" location; employees hired at a Primary‑Recall location have a three‑year obligation (from date of hire) to return to their hiring location if called back to stabilize the workforce.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and receive information and act on oral or written instructions by various communication devices
• Monitor and report daily work
• Climb on/off equipment, set/release hand brakes, couple/uncouple air hoses, remove/replace broken railcar knuckle, ride moving cars by holding onto grab irons or ladders
• Observe, interpret and relay hand, lantern, and other signals for train movement
• Judge and control speed and clearance distance of cars
• Operate track switches and derails to change train routing within yards or on road
• Check switch points for proper alignment
• Switch, spot cars and determine train make-up
• Observe and monitor track conditions (e.g. broken rails, defective switches, weather-related problems)
• Inspect cars per federal regulations
• Observe and report on passing train conditions

Working conditions include extreme all‑weather conditions, walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, a safety‑sensitive work environment, loud noise and fumes, and work on and around heavy and moving machinery.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age, or will be by the start date listed above
• Ability to report for duty at the designated work location
• Able to work safely in the above working conditions