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Conductor-July 2024
Newark
Jul 18, 2025
About Conductor

  Description

  SUMMARY:

  The person in this position operates track switches, couples and uncouples cars, and performs other duties associated with the movement of trains, cars, and engines in rail yards and on the main railroad. He or she receives, relays, or acts upon oral, written, or radio instructions from the dispatcher, yardmaster, or other personnel indicating the switch movement, placement, or delivery of railroad cars and/or a train.

  RESPONSIBILITIES:

  Conduct railcar and train movements; signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand, and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back up, or set or 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 check switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; 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 and switch lists, either manually or with a computer; fill out forms, including train orders

  Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary

  Couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains

  Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned

  REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

  Two years of work experience

  Railroad or other relevant industry experience is a plus

  Ability to work in a 24/7 work environment and in outdoor working conditions

  REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:

  GED, high school diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience

  Valid driver’s license

  This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

  Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.

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