Full job description
SUMMARY:
The person in this position operates an electric or diesel-electric locomotive and interprets train orders, train signals, and railroad rules and regulations to transport freight or passenger trains in a safe manner.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Inspect locomotive for operational readiness by making FRA- and company-required checks and tests
- Receive train consist, which provides the physical makeup of train and includes weights, lengths, location of loads and empties, and cars requiring special handling
- Apply knowledge of territory, including terrain, grades, curves, and grade crossings, in order to give prescribed warning signals and to otherwise operate the train in a safe manner
- Comply with train orders, train signals, radio communications, and railroad rules and regulations to operate the locomotive in an efficient and safe manner
- Observe track to detect obstructions and to anticipate operating problems, as required by federal or company rules; diagnose minor malfunctions and perform minor maintenance and servicing activities when maintenance personnel are not available
- Confer with conductor or traffic-control personnel by radio to give or receive information and to give instructions concerning stops, delays, or oncoming trains
- Notify proper authorities and prepare reports to explain accidents, unscheduled stops, or delays
- Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- Ability to understand printed and written and oral communications
- Ability to recognize colors and understand visual displays
- Ability to make logical choices and/or draw logical conclusions
- Ability to judge speed/distance of objects or moving parts
- Good eye/hand coordination
- Ability to take actions and/or make decisions affecting security/well-being of others
- Two years of related work experience and one year of conductor experience; two years of conductor experience preferred
- Experience in a 24/7 work environment with exposure to outside weather conditions
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:
- High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
