Train Conductor Job at Jobtailor, Jersey City, NJ

  • Jobtailor
  • Jersey City, NJ

Job Description

Responsibilities Conductors are responsible for the safe and efficient movement of freight trains. This includes building trains by coupling railcars, delivering railcars to customers, transporting trains across long distances, and managing electronic documentation and inspections. You’ll be trained to troubleshoot train issues, report incidents, and ensure compliance with safety procedures. Build and inspect trains, railcars, and equipment for safe operation. Operate remote control locomotives and perform tasks such as coupling, aligning drawbars, applying hand brakes, and riding railcars. Communicate effectively with crews, dispatchers, and yard controllers. Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all FRA and company safety regulations. Requirements Must be 18 years or older. Must hold a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation. Ability to report to work within 90 minutes. Clean driving record in the past 36 months. Must pass pre-employment Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) drug and alcohol screening. Legally authorized to work in the U.S. Experience working outdoors in various weather conditions is preferred. Experience with heavy equipment or in physically demanding roles is preferred. Experience working non-traditional shifts, on call, and/or 12+ hour shifts is preferred. Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in safely operating and managing freight trains, including coupling railcars, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with FRA safety regulations. Strong communication skills are essential for effective collaboration with crews and dispatchers. Highest-signal resume keywords Freight Train Operation Railcar Coupling FRA Compliance Remote Control Locomotive Operation Heavy Equipment Experience ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Train Inspection Electronic Documentation Management Troubleshooting Train Issues Safety Procedure Compliance Hand Brake Application Soft Skills Effective Communication Team Collaboration Certifications & Qualifications Valid Driver's License Industry Keywords Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Freight Transportation Railroad Safety Regulations Outdoor Work Experience Non-Traditional Shifts #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Remote work, Long distance, Shift work

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