CSX · 1 day ago
Freight Conductor - Miami, FL
Miami, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$97K/yr - $97K/yr
1+ years expCSX is a premier transportation company based in Jacksonville, Florida, providing rail and intermodal services across various markets. The Freight Conductor role involves safely coordinating train crews, managing rail car placements, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and customer service excellence.
Freight ServicePublic TransportationRailroadTransportation
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with all railroad and safety rules, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations, railroad signals, and train orders
Be able to safely perform all job responsibilities
Inspect all equipment on cars prior to departures
Receive and transmit information by radio and telephone
Read and understand bulletins, work orders, and switch lists
Assist with the coupling and uncoupling of cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars, including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hoses
Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars; delivers excellent customer service by identifying customer needs and meeting or exceeding expectations
Maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety
Operate locomotive equipment using remote control device
Comprehend color and/or hand signals and systems
Review instructions from yardmasters, dispatchers, and other transportation employees, and discuss with locomotive engineer
Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager
Qualification
Required
18 years of age or older
One year of related experience
High School Diploma/GED
Ability to read and comprehend all instructions including operating rules, bulletins, regulatory documents and other written communications
Proficient verbal and written communication skills
Must pass a drug test (hair follicle and urine), medical exam, and background check to be hired into this role
Must live within or be willing to relocate within 50 miles of posted location
Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
Must wear CSX approved protective equipment such as high-visibility vest, safety boots, hard hat, and hearing protection
Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
Must be able to safely report to work within two hours of being notified to report
May be required to travel and be away from home terminal for 24 hours or longer
Work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
Must pass all required assessments
Strict disciplinary policy regarding inability to report to work within proper time limit
Advance to engineer position when required, based on seniority
This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is required
Cover outlying locations based on seniority
Must be able to mount and dismount moving equipment
Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb
Work in cramped, confined, enclosed, or awkward places
Ride on the outside of rail equipment for extended periods of time
Walk long distances over uneven terrain for extended periods of time during shifts
Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection
Must meet color vision and hearing requirements as described in FRA Regulations
Frequent lifting up to 80 pounds
Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)
Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
Preferred
One or more years of outside work experience, e.g. construction, heavy equipment operations, farming, etc. (can be professional, personal, or volunteer experience)
Experience working in a safety sensitive environment
Valid Driver's License
Benefits
1st year - $3,000 deferred to 401K
2nd year - $2,000 deferred to 401K
You are expected to attend four weeks of paid training at the Atlanta Training Center (ATC) in Atlanta, GA.
CSX will provide a hotel room for the entire five weeks and lunch is provided on class days.
New hires will receive $20 per day meal allowance starting day one of training.
Roundtrip mileage will be reimbursed at the IRS rate between the hiring location and Atlanta, as well as mileage between the training center and hotel.
Company
CSX
CSX is a transportation company focused on rail transportation and real estate and among other industries.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$600M2023-09-08Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2015-12-21IPO
Leadership Team
James M. Foote
President & CEO
Stephen Angel
President and Chief Executive Officer
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