Conductor

Great Lakes Central Railroad is the only Class II Railroad in Michigan. We have built strong relationships with long-standing customers and MDOT over the years.

With nearly 400 miles of track, our railroad stretches through Central and Northern Michigan, contributing to a stronger Michigan economy by efficiently serving our freight customers and commuter ridership.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities- Conductor :

• Ensure compliance with all train orders, signals, and railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Review instructions from dispatchers and yardmasters, and discuss with other train crew members
• Inspect train and equipment in movement and while stationary
• Receive and transmit information by radio and telephone
• Read and understand bulletins, work orders, timetables, waybills, safety instructions, placards, switch lists and other written material
• Assist and instruct train crews to couple and uncouple cars, and make minor repairs to railcars, including replacing couplers or air brake hoses
• Properly set and release air and hand brakes
• Work with dispatchers and yardmasters to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars
• Monitor railroad track and report defects and obstructions
• Maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety
• Comprehend color and / or hand signals and systems
• Quickly and repeatedly make precise adjustments in moving the controls of a machine or vehicle to exact positions
• Quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to visual symbols, signals and displays (sound, light, picture, etc.)
• Operate track switches
• Perform switching, assembling, and disassembling of trains
• Perform other duties as assigned

Primary Activities and Responsibilities Engineer :

• Responsible for safe and efficient operation of the locomotive while complying with train orders, train signals, and radio communication along with railroad rules and regulations
• Inspect locomotives, freight cars and other equipment to ensure compliance with company & FRA rules
• Utilize hand signals, two-way radios, and other forms of communication to interact with other train crew members, dispatchers, and yardmasters
• Monitor railroad track and report defects and obstructions along with anticipating operational problems
• Diagnose minor malfunctions and perform minor maintenance or servicing activities when mechanical or MOW personnel are unavailable
• Notify proper authorities and prepare reports to explain accidents and delays
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications :

• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver's License
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
• No driving violations involving alcohol or drugs within the past 3 years
• Must be able to judge speed and distance of objects or moving parts
• Capable of walking the length of trains and stepping on / off equipment safely
• Ability make decisions regarding security and the safety of others
• Ability to fulfill requirements for obtaining and maintaining conductor and engineer certification

Preferred Qualifications :

• Associate degree
• Conductor or Engineer Certification

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

Basic Competencies

• Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications, both general and technical)
• Visual comprehension (Capable to distinguish colors and understand visual displays)
• Communication skills (provide clear instructions / directions)
• Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)

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.
• 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, as well as hearing and vision screening

Environmental Conditions :

Work outside in all weather conditions.

Safety Commitment :

This is a safety sensitive position. The candidate selected for this position must successfully complete a full physical including a drug test.

Passing results must be received prior to start date in new position.

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Last updated : 2024-05-22