Conductor

**Company / Benefits Overview:** Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee \& Wyoming Inc. (G\&W) team — part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100\+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2,000 customers. At G\&W, we live by our Core Values: **Safety, Service, Integrity, Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence**. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid training to help you succeed. Check out some of our great benefits below: * 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! * *Benefits are subject to change and may vary by labor agreement* ***Explore your future with G\&W today and learn more about the opportunities to grow across our organization!*** **Job Summary:** As a Conductor, you’ll play a key role in moving freight safely and efficiently to customers. We will provide you with both classroom and hands\-on training to set a strong foundation for a long\-term career. You’ll work outdoors in all weather conditions, tackling new challenges each day while ensuring we meet our customers’ needs. This is a physically active position with real opportunities for growth and advancement in a complex and dynamic environment. **See our employees in action to learn more at** **https://www.gwrr.com/careers/**. **Pay Details: $34\.41 training / $38\.23 once qualified** **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 **Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:** * Full\-time (4...