Overview
Freight Conductor Jobs in Port Clinton, PA at Reading and Northern Railroad
Freight Conductor Reports to: Vice President of Transportation & Safety
Job Overview: A Conductor will work with other members of the Operations department to service customers across the Reading and Northern system. A conductor will be part of a two-man train crew and will assemble and disassemble trains, make strategic moves with rail cars and interact with customers based on their needs.
Responsibilities and Duties:
· Work with an Engineer to perform assigned daily tasks.
· Report to various locations on Railroad for work each day.
· Communicate with Customer Service department to understand customer needs.
· Throwing switches.
· Follow appropriate FRA and RBMN safety guidelines.
· Other duties as assigned and required.
Qualifications
· Ability to work around loud machines and equipment.
· Ability to work alone or in mixed groups.
· Ability to work in all kinds of weather conditions.
· Flexibility to work varying shifts and report out of any location across our system.
· Must be able to lift up to 70lbs.
· Ability to bend, stand, climb, kneel or sit for long periods.
· Effective verbal and written communication skills.
· Must be at least 18 years of age.
· Finger dexterity, operation of motor vehicle, operation of equipment, manage multiple tasks/projects, close attention to detail and adapt to ever changing work environment.
· Valid driver’s license.
· Operational vehicle to commute to/from work.
· Positive attitude.
· Exposure to chemicals, noise, dust and heights.
· Ability to successfully pass Federal Railroad Administration-mandated, pre-employment and random drug screens, physical examination, vision, hearing, and breath alcohol tests, as well as a background check.
· No work experience necessary- new technical/vocational school grads welcome to apply.
***Reading and Northern Railroad is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 – $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
10 hour shift
12 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Monday to Friday
Night shift
Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Title: Freight Conductor
Company: Reading and Northern Railroad
Location: Port Clinton, PA
