Conductor / Engineer

Conductor / Engineer - Bayway Terminal - Linden, NJ

Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. Here's what you can expect from Watco :

• Award-winning culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Operations training at the Safe Performance Center in Birmingham, Alabama
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities

Salary Range : $25.00 per hour (No Experience) $27.00 per hour (Certified Conductor) $30.00 per hour (Dual certified Conductor / Engineer)

Schedule : 12 hour shifts rotating day and night shift every 2 weeks (8 : 30 AM- 8 : 30 PM, or 8 : 30 PM- 8 : 30 AM). It is a 2,2,3 Dupont schedule rotation

Must be able to obtain a valid TWIC card prior to employment for this position. This position does not offer Railroad Retirement.

General Purpose : The conductor / switchman position will control and coordinate the train movements 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 :

Qualifications : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Must be able to pass and or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position. Must be able to obtain a valid TWIC card prior to employment for this position

Skills and Abilities : High school education or general education (GED) or 3 to 6 months job-related experience; or equivalent of education and experience. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.