Conductor Trainee - Primary Recall-Fresno

As a Conductor Trainee, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world. You will be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence, and will learn to manage train operations, ensure compliance with safety protocols, and contribute to the overall efficiency and sustainability of the rail network.

What You Will Do

Your key responsibilities will include communication, switching functions, and train and equipment inspections. You will also be responsible for monitoring track conditions, reporting daily work, and adhering to safety rules and policies.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position requires individuals who can work safely in diverse and extreme weather conditions, and who can communicate effectively through various devices. You will need to be able to work 40 hours a week, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and be available for frequent travel and extended periods of time.

Requirements

• Able to work now and in the future without BNSF’s assistance in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization.
• At least 18 years of age or will be by the start date.
• Ability to report for duty at the designated work location.
• Able to work safely in the above working conditions.
• Able to work the above shift/hours.
• Able to meet the above travel requirements.
• Ability to read, write and communicate (speak, hear and understand) English.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to learn to identify, interpret and use hand signals from near and far and visually judge the speed and distance of moving objects.
• Ability to visually distinguish colors - red, blue, green, yellow and lunar (clear light) and am able to see at night.
• Ability to visually distinguish and differentiate colors on computer display screens.
• Ability to differentiate between verbal and non-verbal sounds (signals, alarms, etc.) and discriminate (comprehend) verbal communication in the work environment.
• Ability to use hands and use hand tools to perform activities involving holding, grasping, turning and pulling.
• Ability to climb ladders and get on/off equipment.
• Ability to work at various heights above the ground including on locomotives, railcars and other equipment.
• Ability to bend, lift, walk and stand occasionally with breaks.
• Ability to walk/perform work on uneven surfaces
• Ability to sit frequently with breaks.
• Follow safety policies and procedures; wear required personal protective equipment.

Benefits

• A range of health care options for you and your dependents including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, wellness coaching, 2nd opinion services, and high-quality care network options.
• Life insurance, provided at no cost to you.
• Railroad Retirement program and competitive 401(k) plan.
• Family benefits including parental and pediatric support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and spending accounts.
• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships and more!
• Union membership with SMART-TD or BLET and union dues are required per union agreement.