Traveling Engineer / Conductor

Essential Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operation, and the FRAMove trains safely in the yards and over roads.
• Manipulate throttle and brake controls; interpret gauges and controls.
• Operate valves and switches both inside and outside of the cab, including applying and releasing handbrakes.
• Operate track switches, inspect equipment on cars and use radio communications to control train movement.
• Assist and instruct train crews to couple and uncouple cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars: including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hoses.
• Maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety.
• Review instructions from Trainmaster and discuss with train crew.
• Coordinate execution of railcar switch list.
• Communicate with other parties in the yard using proper hand signals and/or radio communication protocol.
• Adhere to directions from conductors and brakemen.
• Conduct the movement of rail cars and train movements; signal crew member(s) for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand and flag signals, or radio to indicate when to start, stop, and back-up or set and release air brakes.
• Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern, or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train.
• Operate track switches (visually checks switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; may apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties.
• Read and understand the book of rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, safety instructions, and other written or printed material.
• Prepare required daily reports, switch lists (manually or with a computer), and fill out forms including train orders.
• Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary.
• May couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains.
• Judge speed and distance of moving objects or parts.
• Recall information required from work activity.

Other Duties

• Report to work as called on a 24-hour schedule.
• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries.
• Wear required protective equipment such as: hard hats, hearing protection, safety-toe boots or safety glasses.
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime and various shift work.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• High School Diploma/GED
• 2-3 years of Train Services experience
• Aptitude in the Transportation field and desire to learn
• Pass post-offer job and health related examinations including: operating rules examination, vision and hearing test
• Comply with all new and outstanding railroad instructions regarding the operation of the train
• Read, comprehend and comply with published rules, procedures and manuals, inspection checklists, government regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, memos and other work-related information
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Write legibly to complete routine reports and other work documents
• Effectively communicate and demonstrate interpersonal skills with all level of employees, and business associates in a clear concise and professional manner
• Demonstrate problem solving and troubleshooting skills resulting in effective resolution
• Professional integrity and accountability
• Work in fast-paced, collaborative environment

Preferred Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Previous experience in Rail Transportation, Supply Chain Logistics, Manufacturing and/or Oil & Gas industries

Required Certifications And Licenses

• Valid State Driver’s License
• FRA Conductor Certified
• FRA Locomotive Engineer Certified: required post hire

Preferred Certifications And Licenses

• None