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Conductor

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A Railroad Conductor organizes and oversees operations on passenger and cargo trains. Monitors the train schedule, keeps records, collects tickets, manages transport of passengers and cargo, and works with train operators and engineers.

$63,229 / year median in Pennsylvania

+11% projected growth

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Job Category:
Transportation and Train Crew
Requisition Number:
CONDU008786
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Posted:
July 24, 2026 Full-Time
Rate:
$29.96 USD per hour Locations Showing 1 location Buffalo & Pittsburgh Railroad, Inc. (BPRR) Dubois, PA 158010000, USA Job Details
Description SUMMARY:
The person in this position operates track switches, couples and uncouples cars, and performs other duties associated with the movement of trains, cars, and engines in rail yards and on the main railroad. He or she receives, relays, or acts upon oral, written, or radio instructions from the dispatcher, yardmaster, or other personnel indicating the switch movement, placement, or delivery of railroad cars and/or a train.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct railcar and train movements; signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand, and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back up, or set or release air brakes Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train Operate track switches (visually check switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties Read and understand the book of rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, safety instructions, and other written or printed material Prepare required daily reports and switch lists, either manually or with a computer; fill out forms, including train orders Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary Couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Two years of work experience Railroad or other relevant industry experience is a plus Ability to work in a 24/7 work environment and in outdoor working conditions
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS
GED, high school diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience Valid driver's license
PAY:
Training rate of pay: $29.96 Pay once qualified: $37.45 This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting. Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Learn more about G&W today!