What are the responsibilities and job description for the Conductor/Switchman position at The Prairie Line?
This position is NOT subject to the provisions of the U.S. Railroad Retirement Board and collective bargaining agreement.
** Railroad Experience Preferred **
Primary Activities and Responsibilities- Conductor
The Railroad Conductor position may lead to other opportunities including Remote Control Operator and/or Locomotive Engineer.
This position will be to control and coordinate the train movement while switching railcars whether in the yard of a railroad, industrial plant, or similar location to facilitate the unloading and loading of railcars in a safe and efficient manner to service our customers. This position is a manual labor position which requires that the individual become proficient in the following skills, duties and requirements within a prescribed training and introductory period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance.
Follow written and verbal directions to complete assigned tasks on schedule.
Read, write, and communicate in English and understand basic math.
Observes radio handset and hand signals.
Reads and interprets bulletins and railroad rules, safety rules, regulations and best practices.
Talks to crew members and others via radio to give or receive switching information.
Assist in throwing switches or perform other activities involved when performing railcar switching operations
Apply hand brakes
Operate coupling lever to couple or uncouple railcars
Throw track switches to move cars, using lantern, hand signals or radio
Connects air hoses to cars when making up trains
Performs other duties as requested or required
Environmental Conditions
* Work outside in all weather conditions
The applicant selected for this position may be required to successfully complete a background check and drug screen. (Background check may include the following: Criminal History, Drivers License Record History, Education Credentials, Employment History, Reference Checks and Professional License or Certification review relevant to the position)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Clinton, IA 52732 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Clinton, IA 52732: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $27