Train Conductor

Norfolk Southern
Any Location, MO
Category Operations
Job Description
Role Overview

Conductors are responsible for the safe and efficient movement of freight trains. This includes building trains by coupling railcars, delivering railcars to customers, transporting trains across long distances, and managing electronic documentation and inspections.

What You Will Do

You'll be trained to troubleshoot train issues, report incidents, and ensure compliance with safety procedures.

Why It Might Be a Fit

No prior railroad experience is required—we provide all the training you need to succeed.

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years or older.
  • Must hold a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation.
  • Ability to report to work within 90 minutes.
  • Clean driving record in the past 36 months, without any suspension, revocation, cancellation, or denial of your driver's license resulting from a drug or alcohol-related incident.
  • Must not have been involved in diversion or probation or pleaded guilty to a drug or alcohol-related driving incident.
  • Must not have refused to undergo a drug or alcohol test related to the operation of a motor vehicle.
  • Must pass pre-employment Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) drug and alcohol screening.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Benefits

  • Retention Bonus
  • Medical insurance for employees and eligible dependents
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) eligibility
  • Covered under Railroad Retirement benefits and taxes
  • Vacation Eligibility (2-5 weeks)
  • Paid holidays
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