Conductor Trainee

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. The Transportation department ensures efficient and safe movement of freight by coordinating train operations, scheduling, and dispatching, utilizing advanced technology and real-time data.

What You Will Do

Your main day-to-day responsibilities will include communication responsibilities, switching functions, train and equipment inspections, and daily work in a safety-sensitive environment. You will be required to climb on/off equipment, manage hand brakes, connect/disconnect air hoses, interpret signals for train movement, and judge/control speed and clearance distances.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires the ability to work safely in diverse and extreme weather conditions, walk and perform work on uneven surfaces, and work around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery. You will need to adhere to safety rules, policies, and federal and state regulations, which could include wearing personal protective equipment, responding to concerns, and taking appropriate action in emergencies.

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 listed above.
• 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/descend 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 the 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 to help you meet your retirement goals.
• 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 the SMART-TD or BLET and union dues are required per union agreement.