Train Conductor- FR

Qualified rate: $53.61 per hour. New hires in this role may be paid a lower hourly rate during their qualifying period.

About the role

The Train Conductor acts as a member of a 2 or 3-person train crew and performs duties associated with the movement of trains, rail cars, and locomotives in rail yards and on the road. The incumbent coordinates the assembly of trains and completes any ground-work outside the locomotive cab while in the yard or on-route (operating track switches, picking up rail cars and making emergency repairs).

Working Conditions

• Work a flexible schedule with regular and predictable attendance, in line with the 24/7 railroading environment
• Available to work night shifts, weekends, holiday work hours, some overtime and being away from home for extended periods of time when required
• Push, pull, lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally and assist in the infrequent movement of weights of up to 83 pounds
• Primarily work outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions
• Operate various devices on rail cars and locomotives, such as uncoupling levers and handbrakes
• Climb on and off ladders of rail cars
• Grasp and hold objects while riding the side of a train
• Walk for frequent extended periods, sometimes on uneven surfaces
• Bend, stoop, squat and kneel frequently

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all train orders, signals, and railroad rules and regulations related to safety, operation and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Provide and receive various forms of oral and printed communication concerning the movement and placement of rail cars
• Assemble and dismantle trains in the rail yard, and pick up and set off rail cars on-route
• Observe, interpret, and relay signals concerning train and engine movement
• Operate track switches to change locomotive and rail car routes
• Inspect the condition of a train and equipment
• Prepare necessary forms and reports
• Travel and may be away from home for more than one night at a time
• Follow company safety procedures, use common sense, and maintain an overall level of safety awareness when operating in the work environment
• Make effective decisions when in unfamiliar locations or emergency situations
• Communicate effectively with the Rail Traffic Control center, other train crews and other departments on a regular basis via handheld radio

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license
• High School Diploma or equivalence
• Meet all medical fitness for duty requirements for the position
• Proficiency in both oral and written communications (English)

Assets

• Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or regulatory/safety environment
• Knowledge of signals or Railroad Operating Rules
• Post-secondary education
• Ability to work autonomously, adapt to different situations and manage stressful situations
• Demonstrate good teamwork and maintain positive interactions with others
• Conform to operating rules and safety procedures and maintain a high level of safety awareness in the work environment, both for themselves and their colleagues

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Employee Share Investment Plan (ESIP)
• Pension plan
• Paid training and career development
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 24/7 Telemedicine Service
• Educational Financial Assistance Program
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Extensive Employee Discount Program
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Pay

$53.61 per hour (qualified rate).

Paid Training

• 4 weeks at CN’s Campus (Classroom training)
• 4 weeks at a CN Home Terminal (working on-site with training team)
• 3 weeks at Campus (Classroom training & Knowledge Checks)
• 45+ trips to qualify as a conductor (supervised train trips)

Expenses related to transportation, accommodation and meals while at Campus are covered by CN. Successful completion of the entire training program, including written exams, physical assessments, and field training, is required to work as a CN Conductor.

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.