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Cincinnati, OH Train ConductorKY Staffing • Cincinnati, OH, US
Cincinnati, OH Train Conductor

Cincinnati, OH Train Conductor

KY Staffing • Cincinnati, OH, US
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Train Conductor Job Description

Norfolk Southern (NS) invites dedicated individuals to join our team as Train Conductors. As a Train Conductor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the secure and efficient movement of freight trains. This dynamic position encompasses a range of responsibilities, including coupling railcars to construct trains, delivering railcars to local customers, and transporting trains over extended distances. The conductor position can often mean a significant lifestyle change as the work schedule is often non-traditional and requires many to be available to work on a 90-minute notice.

Responsibilities :

  • Prioritize safety to ensure the safe transport of freight.
  • Safely connect and disconnect railcars to assemble and disassemble trains as per the designated configuration.
  • Deliver railcars to local customers, ensuring safe, timely, and precise service.
  • Safely transport trains over long distances.
  • Maintain clear communication with other crew members, dispatchers, and relevant personnel to coordinate activities and respond to instructions.
  • Adhere to a non-traditional work schedule with availability on short notice.

Compensation :

  • Conductor Trainees (CT) during training : $25 per hour with a minimum of $200 per shift.
  • After training, Conductors earn an average of $75,000 in the first year.
  • Experienced Conductors average $85,000 per year.
  • Promotion opportunities to Locomotive Engineer based on location needs and seniority. Locomotive Engineers have a minimum guarantee of approximately $94,000, with the potential to earn $100,000+.
  • Training :

  • Comprehensive 4-7-month training program including Classroom and On-The-Job (OJT) Training.
  • CT's are required to successfully complete training and qualify for a Conductors License.
  • First 5 weeks of employment at NS Training Center in McDonough, GA. Individuals are responsible for providing their own transportation to the area.
  • Norfolk Southern will provide the hotel accommodation, a mileage reimbursement, and a meal stipend during the 5-week training period in McDonough, GA.
  • The remaining training will take place at or near the hire location for on-the-job training.
  • Additional Information :

  • Work Schedule : Irregular schedules determined by business needs. Many jobs are on-call 24 / 7 with a 90-minute notice when not on a scheduled off day.
  • Minimum two rest days for every six consecutive working days.
  • Routine time away from home, 1-2 days at a time.
  • A CT will expect to work a schedule similar to that of a regular conductor.
  • As a conductor you will most likely be assigned to a conductors' extra board. Conductor extra boards have schedules with a minimum of two rest days for every six consecutive working days.
  • While not on your rest days, you are subject to be called to work 24 hours a day, on an as-needed basis. Extra board work schedules are irregular and are determined by business needs.
  • You will be required to report to your work location within a 90-minute notice. regardless of time of day. Reliable transportation is necessary.
  • Benefits :

  • Medical insurance for you, your spouse, and eligible dependents is provided on the first day of the second calendar month of employment.
  • After one year of employment, you are eligible for dental insurance to cover yourself and eligible dependents, a $20,000 life insurance plan for yourself, and participation in the Norfolk Southern 401(K) plan.
  • You are subject to Railroad Retirement taxes paid at a rate equivalent to Social Security tax plus an additional 4.9%.
  • You are also covered by Railroad Retirement benefits and, following completion of the service requirement, you w
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