Job Description

Norfolk Southern (NS) invites dedicated individuals to join our team as Train Conductors. As a Train Conductor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the secure and efficient movement of freight trains. This dynamic position encompasses a range of responsibilities, including coupling railcars to construct trains, delivering railcars to local customers, and transporting trains over extended distances. The conductor position can often mean a significant lifestyle change as the work schedule is often non-traditional and requires many to be available to work on a 90-minute to 2-hour notice. 

 
Please use the links below to watch a short video detailing the roles and responsibilities of a conductor prior to submitting your application.
  
Conductor Job Overview (YouTube)

Responsibilities:

Prioritize safety to ensure the safe transport of freight.
Safely connect and disconnect railcars to assemble and disassemble trains as per the designated configuration.
Deliver railcars to local customers, ensuring safe, timely, and precise service.
Safely transport trains over long distances.
Maintain clear communication with other crew members, dispatchers, and relevant personnel to coordinate activities and respond to instructions.
Adhere to a non-traditional work schedule with availability on short notice.

Compensation:

Conductor Trainees (CT) during training: $25 per hour with a minimum of $200 per shift.
After training, Conductors earn an average of $75,000 in the first year.
Experienced Conductors average $85,000 per year.
Promotion opportunities to Locomotive Engineer based on location needs and seniority.
Locomotive Engineers have a minimum guarantee of approximately $94,000, with the potential to earn $100,000+.

Training:

Comprehensive 4–7-month training program including Classroom and On-The-Job (OJT) Training.
CT’s are required to successfully complete training and qualify for a Conductors License 
First 3 weeks of employment at NS Training Center in McDonough, GA

Individuals are responsible for providing their own transportation to the area. Norfolk Southern will provide the hotel accommodation, a mileage reimbursement, and a meal stipend during the 3-week training period in McDonough, GA. The remaining training will take place at or near the hire location for on-the-job training. 

Additional Information

Work Schedule

Irregular schedules determined by business needs.
Many jobs are on-call 24/7 with a 90-minute to 2-hour notice when not on a scheduled off day.
Minimum two rest days for every six consecutive working days.
Routine time away from home, 1-2 days at a time.