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About the Role

A Freight Conductor's primary responsibility is to safely coordinate train crews on a freight train, place rail cars to facilitate loading and unloading, and makeup/breakdown trains in a rail yard, customer facility or similar locations. New hire conductors will be eligible to receive retention bonuses upon completion of their first and second year of service from date of promotion/qualification.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all railroad and safety rules, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations, railroad signals, and train orders
Be able to safely perform all job responsibilities
Inspect all equipment on cars prior to departures
Receive and transmit information by radio and telephone
Read and understand bulletins, work orders, and switch lists
Assist with the coupling and uncoupling of cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars, including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hoses
Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars; delivers excellent customer service by identifying customer needs and meeting or exceeding expectations
Maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety
Operate locomotive equipment using remote control device
Comprehend color and/or hand signals and systems
Review instructions from yardmasters, dispatchers, and other transportation employees, and discuss with locomotive engineer
Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

Requirements

Must live within or be willing to relocate within 50 miles of posted location
Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
Must wear CSX approved protective equipment such as high-visibility vest, safety boots, hard hat, and hearing protection
Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
Work hours are based on seniority, new hires primarily work on-call, nights, weekends, and holidays
Must be able to safely report to work within two hours of being notified to report
May be required to travel and be away from home terminal for 24 hours or longer
Work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
Must pass all required assessments
Strict disciplinary policy regarding inability to report to work within proper time limit
Advance to engineer position when required, based on seniority
This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is required
Cover outlying locations based on seniority
Must be able to mount and dismount moving equipment
Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb
Work in cramped, confined, enclosed, or awkward places
Ride on the outside of rail equipment for extended periods of time
Walk long distances over uneven terrain for extended periods of time during shifts
Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection
Must meet color vision and hearing requirements as described in FRA Regulations
Frequent lifting up to 80 pounds
18 years of age or older
Ability to read and comprehend all instructions including operating rules, bulletins, regulatory documents and other written communications

Skills

Proficient verbal and written communication skills
Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)

Location

Posted location

Work Type

Full-time
On-call
Shift work

Experience Level

One year of related experience
One or more years of outside work experience, e.g. construction, heavy equipment operations, farming, etc. (can be professional, personal, or volunteer experience)
Experience working in a safety sensitive environment

Education Level

High School Diploma/GED from an accredited institution

Salary/Compensations

Projected first year earnings: $97,185
Training rate while in Atlanta: $1,228.78 weekly
On-the-job (OJT) training Rate: $1,474.53 weekly
After OJT, guaranteed extra-board pay of $1,215.26 weekly
The average earnings for new hire conductors in 2023 was $97,185 but could potentially be more with overtime opportunities
1st year bonus: $5,569.22 cash payment
2nd year bonus: $3,712.81 cash payment

Benefits

Retention bonuses upon completion of their first and second year of service
Paid training at the Atlanta Training Center (ATC) in Atlanta, GA
Hotel room provided for the entire four weeks of training
Meal allowance of $20 per day during training
Roundtrip mileage reimbursement between hiring location and Atlanta, and between training center and hotel
Information about benefits can be found here [https://www.yourtracktohealth.com/BenefitLookup.aspx?MenuId=28]

About the Company

CSX is passionate about building a workforce that reflects the values and behaviors of ONE CSX.
We are nationally recognized for our commitment to diversity and engagement, as well as our support for veterans and reservists.
CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company.
It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products.
For nearly 200 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development.
Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides.
It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and farming towns alike.
More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com.
At CSX, two of our six Guiding Principles are Valuing and Developing Employees as well as Operating Safely.
We are committed to offering our team members the most competitive compensation and benefits package available, unlimited opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.

Equal Opportunity

CSX is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Click here [https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf] to view the EEO is Law poster.