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BNSF Railway · 9 hours ago

Conductor Trainee - Sioux City, IA

Sioux City, IA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$70K/yr - $82K/yr

BNSF Railway is one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting freight across the nation. The Conductor Trainee will support the movement of essential products by managing train operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and contributing to the overall efficiency and sustainability of the rail network.

RailroadTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Communication responsibilities include obtaining, receiving, and acting on information (oral and written) through various devices, as well as monitoring and reporting daily work. This also includes climbing on/off equipment, managing hand brakes, connecting/disconnecting air hoses, replacing broken railcar knuckles, interpreting signals for train movement, and judge/control speed and clearance distances

Switching functions involve operating track switches and derails to change train routing and checking switch points for proper alignment

Train and equipment inspections include switching and spotting cars, determining train make-up, and inspecting cars per federal regulations. Monitoring track conditions for any issues/problems and reporting on passing train conditions

Daily work is conducted in a safety sensitive environment where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet), walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, working around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery

At BNSF safety is one of our core values that guides us through everything we do. Our employees engage in safety conversations, through an approaching others mindset to help us achieve our tremendous potential. In addition, our employees must adhere to safety rules, policies, as well as federal and state regulations, which could include wearing personal protective equipment, responding to concerns, and taking appropriate action in emergencies

Qualification

Safety complianceTrain operationsCommunication skillsPhysical staminaColor visionTeamworkProblem-solving

Required

Able to work now and in the future without BNSF's assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status)

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 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. You will also have life insurance, provided at no cost to you.

A 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!

Benefits vary by union collective bargaining agreement.