Conductor Salary in USA

SUMMARY: The person in this position operates track switches, couples and uncouples cars, and performs other duties associated with the movement of trains, cars, and engines in rail yards and on the main railroad. He or she receives, relays, or acts upon oral, written, or radio instructions from the dispatcher, yardmaster, or other personnel indicating the switch movement, placement, or delivery of railroad cars and/or a train.   RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct railcar and train movements; signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand, and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back up, or set or release air brakes Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train Operate track switches (visually check switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties Read and understand the book of rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, safety instructions, and other written or printed material Prepare required daily reports and switch lists, either manually or with a computer; fill out forms, including train orders Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary Couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned   REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Two years of work experience Railroad or other relevant industry experience is a plus Ability to work in a 24/7 work environment and in outdoor working conditions   REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS: GED, high school diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience Valid driver’s license   This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.   Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws. Transportation and Train Crew

  The person in this position operates track switches, couples and uncouples cars, and performs other duties associated with the movement of trains, cars, and engines in rail yards and on the main railroad. He or she receives, relays, or acts upon oral, written, or radio instructions from the dispatcher, yardmaster, or other personnel indicating the switch movement, placement, or delivery of railroad cars and/or a train.   RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct railcar and train movements; signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand, and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back up, or set or release air brakes Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train Operate track switches (visually check switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties Read and understand the book of rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, safety instructions, and other written or printed material Prepare required daily reports and switch lists, either manually or with a computer; fill out forms, including train orders Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary Couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned   REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Two years of work experience Railroad or other relevant industry experience is a plus Ability to work in a 24/7 work environment and in outdoor working conditions   REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS: GED, high school diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience Valid driver’s license   This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.   Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws. Transportation and Train Crew

SUMMARY: The person in this position operates track switches, couples and uncouples cars, and performs other duties associated with the movement of trains, cars, and engines in rail yards and on the main railroad. He or she receives, relays, or acts upon oral, written, or radio instructions from the dispatcher, yardmaster, or other personnel indicating the switch movement, placement, or delivery of railroad cars and/or a train. RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct railcar and train movements; signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand, and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back up, or set or release air brakes Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train Operate track switches (visually check switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties Read and understand the book of rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, safety instructions, and other written or printed material Prepare required daily reports and switch lists, either manually or with a computer; fill out forms, including train orders Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary Couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Two years of work experience Railroad or other relevant industry experience is a plus Ability to work in a 24/7 work environment and in outdoor working conditions REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS: GED, high school diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience Valid driver’s license This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting. Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws. Transportation and Train Crew

SUMMARY: The person in this position operates track switches, couples and uncouples cars, and performs other duties associated with the movement of trains, cars, and engines in rail yards and on the main railroad. He or she receives, relays, or acts upon oral, written, or radio instructions from the dispatcher, yardmaster, or other personnel indicating the switch movement, placement, or delivery of railroad cars and/or a train. On-the-job Training provided. After 2 years working as a Conductor you are afforded an opportunity to be sent to JAX for Engineer School, fully paid by the company. G&W has locations all across North America if you later choose to transfer to another location as a Train Conductor/Engineer. Employees may work at other railroads on an as-needed bases, also fully paid by the company.  Please watch our career video for more information https://www.gwrr.com/careers/   RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct railcar and train movements; signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand, and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back up, or set or release air brakes Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train Operate track switches (visually check switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties Read and understand the book of rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, safety instructions, and other written or printed material Prepare required daily reports and switch lists, either manually or with a computer; fill out forms, including train orders Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary Couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned   REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Two years of work experience Railroad or other relevant industry experience is a plus Ability to work in a 24/7 work environment and in outdoor working conditions   REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS: GED, high school diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience Valid driver’s license   This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.   Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws. Transportation and Train Crew

SUMMARY:The person in this position operates railroad track switches, couples and uncouples rail cars, and performs other duties associated with the movement of trains, cars, and engines in rail yards and on the main railroad. He or she receives, relays, or acts upon oral, written, or radio instructions from the dispatcher, yardmaster, or other personnel indicating the switch movement, placement, or delivery of railroad cars and/or a train.   RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct railcar and train movements; signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand, and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back up, or set or release air brakes Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train Operate track switches (visually check switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties Read and understand the book of rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, safety instructions, and other written or printed material Prepare required daily reports and switch lists, either manually or with a computer; fill out forms, including train orders Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary Couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned   REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Two years of solid work history Railroad or other relevant industry experience is a plus Ability to work in a 24/7 work environment and outdoors in all-weather elements   REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS: GED, high school diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience Valid driver’s license This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting. Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws. Transportation and Train Crew

SUMMARY: The person in this position operates track switches, couples and uncouples cars, and performs other duties associated with the movement of trains, cars, and engines in rail yards and on the main railroad. He or she receives, relays, or acts upon oral, written, or radio instructions from the dispatcher, yardmaster, or other personnel indicating the switch movement, placement, or delivery of railroad cars and/or a train. This position is Extraboard & doesn't have a set schedule, it is full-time on-call work and you will be required to work all shifts/hours/days needed. This is a 24/7/365 work environment. Weekend work can be part of your regular schedule. We do offer a 36 hour weekly guarantee and a great full benefits package. Prior experience working outdoors desired. 2024 pay rate $32.12/hr. for Conductor TraineeAt 180 days, if Qualified, then rate is $35.69/hr. RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct railcar and train movements; signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand, and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back up, or set or release air brakes Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train Operate track switches (visually check switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties Read and understand the book of rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, safety instructions, and other written or printed material Prepare required daily reports and switch lists, either manually or with a computer; fill out forms, including train orders Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary Couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned   REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Two years of work experience Railroad or other relevant industry experience is a plus Ability to work in a 24/7 work environment and in outdoor working conditions   REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS: GED, high school diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience Valid driver’s license   This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.   Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws. Transportation and Train Crew

SUMMARY: The person in this position operates track switches, couples and uncouples cars, and performs other duties associated with the movement of trains, cars, and engines in rail yards and on the main railroad. He or she receives, relays, or acts upon oral, written, or radio instructions from the dispatcher, yardmaster, or other personnel indicating the switch movement, placement, or delivery of railroad cars and/or a train. This position is Extraboard & doesn't have a set schedule, it is full-time on-call work and you will be required to work all shifts/hours/days needed. This is a 24/7/365 work environment. Weekend work can be part of your regular schedule. We do offer a 36 hour weekly guarantee and a great full benefits package. Prior experience working outdoors desired. 2024 pay rate moves to $32.12/hr. for Conductor TraineeAt 180 days Qualified Rate is $35.69/hr. RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct railcar and train movements; signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand, and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back up, or set or release air brakes Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train Operate track switches (visually check switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties Read and understand the book of rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, safety instructions, and other written or printed material Prepare required daily reports and switch lists, either manually or with a computer; fill out forms, including train orders Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary Couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned   REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Two years of work experience Railroad or other relevant industry experience is a plus Ability to work in a 24/7 work environment and in outdoor working conditions   REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS: GED, high school diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience Valid driver’s license   This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.   Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws. Transportation and Train Crew

SUMMARY: The person in this position operates track switches, couples and uncouples cars, and performs other duties associated with the movement of trains, cars, and engines in rail yards and on the main railroad. He or she receives, relays, or acts upon oral, written, or radio instructions from the dispatcher, yardmaster, or other personnel indicating the switch movement, placement, or delivery of railroad cars and/or a train.   RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct railcar and train movements; signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand, and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back up, or set or release air brakes Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train Operate track switches (visually check switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties Read and understand the book of rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, safety instructions, and other written or printed material Prepare required daily reports and switch lists, either manually or with a computer; fill out forms, including train orders Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary Couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned   REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Two years of work experience Railroad or other relevant industry experience is a plus Ability to work in a 24/7 work environment and in outdoor working conditions   REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS: GED, high school diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience Valid driver’s license   This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.   Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws. Transportation and Train Crew

SUMMARY: The person in this position operates track switches, couples and uncouples cars, and performs other duties associated with the movement of trains, cars, and engines in rail yards and on the main railroad. He or she receives, relays, or acts upon oral, written, or radio instructions from the dispatcher, yardmaster, or other personnel indicating the switch movement, placement, or delivery of railroad cars and/or a train.  Please watch our career video for more information https://www.gwrr.com/careers/   RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct railcar and train movements; signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand, and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back up, or set or release air brakes Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train Operate track switches (visually check switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties Read and understand the book of rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, safety instructions, and other written or printed material Prepare required daily reports and switch lists, either manually or with a computer; fill out forms, including train orders Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary Couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned   REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Two years of work experience Railroad or other relevant industry experience is a plus Ability to work in a 24/7 work environment and in outdoor working conditions   REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS: GED, high school diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience Valid driver’s license   This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.   Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws. Transportation and Train Crew

SUMMARY: The person in this position operates track switches, couples and uncouples cars, and performs other duties associated with the movement of trains, cars, and engines in rail yards and on the main railroad. He or she receives, relays, or acts upon oral, written, or radio instructions from the dispatcher, yardmaster, or other personnel indicating the switch movement, placement, or delivery of railroad cars and/or a train.   RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct railcar and train movements; signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand, and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back up, or set or release air brakes Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train Operate track switches (visually check switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties Read and understand the book of rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, safety instructions, and other written or printed material Prepare required daily reports and switch lists, either manually or with a computer; fill out forms, including train orders Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary Couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned   REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Two years of work experience is a plus Railroad or other relevant industry experience is a plus Ability to work in a 24/7 work environment and in outdoor working conditions   REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS: GED, high school diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience Valid driver’s license required   This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.   Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws. Transportation and Train Crew