Conductor Trainee - Primary Recall - Temple, TX

Be part of a team that values safety, diversity, and excellence

 

We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.  

 

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us!

 

Learn more about BNSF and our Benefits

 

Job Location: Temple
Other Potential Locations: Temple, TX 
Anticipated Start Date: 10/14/2024
Number of Positions: 8 
Salary Range: Entry rate is approx. $240.64 per day with an average annual salary of $70,000 - $82,000.

 

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

 

NOTE: This posting is for a "Primary Recall" location.  Employees hired at a “Primary-Recall” location have a five-year obligation (from date of hire) to return to their hiring location if called back to stabilize the location’s workforce.  

 

SAFETY 

At BNSF, Safety is a core value of how we do business. Each and every day, our employees are committed to approach one another about safety, which is key in realizing our vision. Employees are also expected to comply with company and federal safety & health regulations, safety rules & policies, as well as procedures that guide work practices to reduce risk to exposure.  Such work practices include but are not limited to wearing required safety equipment, responding to safety concerns, and taking appropriate actions in the event of an emergency. 

 

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES 

Employees hired at a “Primary-Recall” location have a five-year obligation (from date of hire) to return to their hiring location if called back to stabilize the location’s workforce.  

 

This position is responsible for safely switching railcars and safe train movement. Additional responsibilities include the following: 

 

COMMUNICATION 

• Obtain and receive information and act on oral or written instructions by various communication devices 

• Monitor and report daily work 

• Train Operator 

• Climb on/off equipment, set/release hand brakes, couple/uncouple air hoses, remove/replace broken railcar knuckle, ride moving cars by holding onto grab irons or ladders 

• Observe, interpret and relay hand, lantern, and other signals for train movement 

• Judge and control speed and clearance distance of cars 

 

SWITCHING FUNCTIONS 

• Operate track switches and derails to change train routing within yards or on road 

• Check switch points for proper alignment 

 

TRAIN AND EQUIPMENT INSPECTIONS 

• Switch, spot cars and determine train make-up 

• Observe and monitor track conditions (e.g. broken rails, defective switches, weather-related problems) 

• Inspect cars per federal regulations 

• Observe and report on passing train conditions 

 

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position’s duties. 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

• Extreme all-weather conditions 

• Walk and perform work on uneven surfaces 

• Safety sensitive work environment