Trainmaster Trainee - Central Region

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Trainmaster trainees engage in a broad range of duties during cross-functional assignments.
• Responsibilities will vary depending upon assignment.
• Trainmaster trainees learn Patriot’s business by completing hands-on assignments at multiple properties.
• Travel is frequent and may up to 80 – 90% of the time.

Qualification On Certain Types Of Rail Equipment

• Qualification on certain types of rail equipment.

Qualification On A Multitude Of Rail-Specific Software Applications

• Qualification on a multitude of rail-specific software applications.

Qualification On Patriot’s Business

• Understanding the Patriot Way – our company’s visions and values
• Becoming a leader in demonstrating Patriot’s Commitment to Safety
• Learning the business of railroading
• Understanding safe railroad operating practices, including completing and passing train conductor certification
• Developing leadership skills

Education And Job Requirements

• Current Conductor Certification required
• Good educational record
• Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Communication And Analytical Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Travel And Work Hours

• Must be able to travel for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work all shifts (including nights, weekends, and holidays)

Physical Demands And Work Environment

• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, handle objects, reach with hands and arms, write, talk, type and hear.
• Occasionally required to sit, stoop, bend and/or kneel and lift and/or move up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 80 pounds.
• Must be able to walk long distances over uneven terrain.
• Must be able to work in cramped, confined, enclosed, or awkward places.
• Must be able to ride on the outside of rail equipment for long periods of time.
• Must be able to wear all required protective equipment and pass all required physical assessments, including auditory and visual assessments.

Work Environment

• Associate’s work environment will vary based upon assignment.
• Assignments may be in an office environment, a warehouse, or outdoor environment.
• Associate may be required to work in all weather conditions.

Safety

• Safety is the cornerstone value in our Company.
• Our employees are expected to live our values on the job in how we work, how we act, and how we create value.
• Safety is a personal responsibility.
• We are professionals and our activities must reflect that professionalism.
• Each team member must demonstrate safety advocacy every day – regardless of their role in the Company.
• Patriot Rail is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.