Railroad Conductor and Locomotive Engineer

The Engineer/Conductor oversees the train, freight, and crew: operates track switches, couples, and uncouples cars and places cars to facilitate loading and unloading, places cars and engines in rail yards and on the main railroad; operates trains safely by complying with operating rules and train handling policies to transport freight in a satisfactory manner. Executes the mechanical operation of the train, train speed, and handling. Ensures clear communication with dispatcher and track authority; receives, relays, or acts upon oral, written, or radio instructions from dispatcher, yardmaster or other personnel indicating the switch movement, placement, or delivery of railroad cars and/or a train. Performs work safely, effectively, and efficiently in accordance with company policies and procedures and Federal Railroad Association rules and regulations to meet company objectives.
The Locomotive Engineer/Conductor demonstrates and adheres to the company values of: safety, honesty, ownership, respect, and teamwork to ensure successful partnerships with customers and employees that result in OmniTRAX's continued success.
Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operation, and the FRA
Operate valves and switches both inside and outside of the cab, including applying and releasing handbrakes
Operate track switches, inspect equipment on cars and use radio communications to control train movement
Assist and instruct train crews to couple and uncouple cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars: including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hoses
Maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety
Review instructions from Trainmaster and discuss with train crew
Conduct the movement of rail cars and train movements; signal crew member(s) for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand and flag signals, or radio to indicate when to start, stop, and back-up or set and release air brakes
Operate track switches (visually checks switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; 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, switch lists (manually or with a computer), and fill out forms including train orders
Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary
May couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains
Judge speed and distance of moving objects or parts
Wear required protective equipment such as: hard hats, hearing protection, safety-toe boots or safety glasses
Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime and various shift work
Perform other duties and projects as assigned
High School Diploma/GED

• Aptitude in the Transportation field and desire to learn
• Pass post-offer job and health related examinations including: operating rules examination, vision and hearing test
• Comply with all new and outstanding railroad instructions regarding the operation of the train
• Read, comprehend and comply with published rules, procedures and manuals, inspection checklists, government regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, memos and other work-related information
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Write legibly to complete routine reports and other work documents
• FRA Locomotive Engineer Certified: required post hire

Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather including: snow, rain, heat, and sub-freezing temps; loud noise and fumes from gas, oil and grease Physical Requirements Strength - Occ - Freq - Cons - Weight/ Force - Side - Height From - Height To Lifting - Knuckle - X - 85 lb - Two Hands - 0 in - 46 in Strength - Occ - Freq - Cons - Weight/ Force - Side - Height - Rotation - Grip Pattern Pushing - Auto Rack Brake - X - 83 lb - Two Hands - 67.5 in - Neutral - Cylinder Pushing - Ergo Bow Switch - X - 133.7 lb - Two Hands - 35 in - Neutral - Cylinder Pulling - Pin Lifter - X - 86 lb - Either - 25 in - Neutral - Cylinder Pulling - Wheel Brake Tank Car - X - 129.3 lb - Right - 36 in - Neutral - Hook Pulling - Wheel Brake Hopper Car - X - 136.2 lb - Right - 36 in - Neutral - Hook Pulling - Ground Switch - X - 46.8 lb - Two Hands - 5 in - Supinated - Cylinder Pulling Derail - X - 57.5 lb - Two Hands - 7 in - Pronated - Cylinder Pulling - Ergo Bow Switch - X - 75.1 lb - Two Hands - 35 in - Neutral - Cylinder Pulling - High Stand Switch - X - 87 lb - Two Hands - 36 in - Pronated - Cylinder Pulling - Align Knuckle - X - 160.4 lb - Two Hands - 35 in - Neutral - Hook Grip & Pinch - Occ - Freq - Cons - Weight/ Force - Side - Rotation - Grip Setting/Type Hand Grip - Hose Coupling Grip - X - 47 lb - Left - Neutral - 3 Hand Grip - Hose Coupling Grip - X - 47 lb - Right - Neutral - 3 Upper Body - Occ - Freq - Cons - Description Reaching - Below Knee - X - Extending hand(s) and arm(s) below the level of the knee.