Railway Conductor/Engineer

3 weeks ago

Longview, Washington, United States Patriot Rail Company Full time
Job Title: Conductor/Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Conductor/Engineer to join our team at Patriot Rail Company. As a Conductor/Engineer, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of our freight trains, ensuring compliance with all regulations and company policies.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct train operations, including coupling and uncoupling cars, operating switches, and making minor repairs to railcars.
  • Ensure compliance with all train orders, signals, and railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
  • Inspect all equipment on cars prior to departures and maintain accurate records of time worked, track conditions encountered, and corrective action taken.
  • Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars and maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety.
  • Perform tasks associated with track work, including but not limited to, pulling and driving spikes, replacing ties, surfacing track, changing rail, bars, bolts, shoveling rock ballast, and working with other track apparatus.
  • Assist in the management of the train and daily work, including communicating with management, customer service, crew members, and connecting railroads.
Requirements:
  • Verifiable High School diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
  • 18 years of age or older.
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • 2 years verifiable work experience and/or college.
  • No driving violations involving alcohol or drugs within the past 3 years.
  • Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, with internal and external management.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior rail industry experience.
  • Current Certified Engineer or Conductor status a plus.
  • Outside work experience.
  • Experience working on an on-call basis.
  • Experience working varying shift schedules.
  • Experience operating heavy equipment.
  • Mechanical experience.
Physical Requirements:
  • Medium to heavy work, lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 80 pounds.
  • Reach/handle/finger/feel.
  • Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb.
  • Work in cramped, confined, enclosed, or awkward places.
  • Ride on the outside of rail equipment for long periods of time.
  • Walk long distances over uneven terrain.
  • Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection.
  • Must meet color vision requirements as described in the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Regulations.
Employment Conditions:
  • Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries.
  • Wear protective equipment including hearing protection, safety-toe boots, or safety glasses.
  • Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work, including on-call 7 days a week, 24 hours per day, with extended periods of time away from home and short rest between assignments in accordance with the hours of service regulation.
  • Work hours may be based on seniority - new hires will work primarily nights, weekends, and holiday.
  • Must report to work as called on a 24-hour schedule.
  • Complete annual training and pass safety operating rules examination.
  • Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol.
  • Must pass all required assessments.
  • Must pass a background screening.
  • May require a post-offer medical examination, including drug and physical capabilities test.
  • Strict disciplinary policy regarding inability to report to work within proper time frame, or failure to accept a call for work.
  • Advance to engineer position when required, based on seniority.
Environmental Conditions:
  • Work outside in all weather conditions.

Patriot Rail Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to promoting integrity and maintaining the highest standard of ethical conduct in all of its activities.

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