Genesee & Wyoming Inc. · 1 day ago
Conductor
Petersburg, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expGenesee & Wyoming Inc. is a longstanding company in the railroad industry, providing transportation and logistics services. As a Conductor, you will be responsible for moving freight safely and efficiently, working outdoors in various conditions while ensuring customer needs are met.
Freight ServiceRailroadTransportation
Responsibilities
Comply with all federal, state, and other applicable railroad safety and operational regulations
Follow instructions when working with a certified trainer, mentor, or supervisor
Communicate with team members using oral, written, hand signals, lantern signals or radio instructions to coordinate train or railcar movement
Operate track switches to determine the route of the train or rail equipment
Evaluate, plan, and complete all assigned work safely and efficiently
Climb on and off equipment and walk the length of the train or rail yard to support train operations
Apply or release hand brakes on railcars multiple times a day to control movement
Read and understand the rule books and other written or printed material
Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary for safety compliance
Connect air hoses and electrical components between locomotives or railcars
Utilize basic computer skills proficiently for electronic reporting and train documentation
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience
Valid driver's license
At least eighteen years of age
Pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review
Subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing including pre-employment drug screening
Background screening including criminal and motor vehicle driving history
Effective communication skills both written and verbal
Possess situational awareness and decision-making abilities to respond effectively in a safety sensitive environment
Comply with all federal, state, and other applicable railroad safety and operational regulations
Follow instructions when working with a certified trainer, mentor, or supervisor
Communicate with team members using oral, written, hand signals, lantern signals or radio instructions to coordinate train or railcar movement
Operate track switches to determine the route of the train or rail equipment
Evaluate, plan, and complete all assigned work safely and efficiently
Climb on and off equipment and walk the length of the train or rail yard to support train operations
Apply or release hand brakes on railcars multiple times a day to control movement
Read and understand the rule books and other written or printed material
Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary for safety compliance
Connect air hoses and electrical components between locomotives or railcars
Utilize basic computer skills proficiently for electronic reporting and train documentation
Full-time (40 plus hours weekly)
Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call as needed
Outdoor work in all weather conditions working up to a 12-hour shift
Walking long distances on uneven surfaces and climbing ladders and equipment always ensuring three points of contact in varying environmental conditions
Able to lift up to 75 pounds from floor to waist and carry short distances
Able to squat, bend and lift overhead
Have good balance and coordination
Must meet vision requirements (including color)
Preferred
2+ years of related or relevant work experience is a plus
Experience working in a safety-sensitive environment is a plus
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision & Telehealth
Company-paid Life Insurance
Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Theft & Life Insurance
Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Retirement Plan
On the Job Training
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
And more!
Company
Genesee & Wyoming Inc.
G&W owns or leases more than 100 freight railroads throughout North America with 4,000 employees serving 2,000 customers over more than 13,000 track miles.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.3B2024-04-19Debt Financing· $4B
2020-08-03Post Ipo Equity· $10M
2019-07-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Thomas D. Savage
Chief Financial Officer
Michael E. Williams
Vice President of Corporate Communications
Recent News
2025-11-11
2025-09-27
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