Freight Conductor Salary in Saint Paul, MN

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How much does a Freight Conductor make in Saint Paul, MN? The average Freight Conductor salary in Saint Paul, MN is $115,443 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $100,296 and $132,496. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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What is a Freight Conductor?

A Freight Conductor is a person who is employed by a railroad. The Freight Conductor is the lead employee assigned to a freight train, and is responsible for the smooth operation of the assignment, which includes reviewing schedules and maintaining communication with the train's crew members....

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Engineer / Conductor Dual Qualified

Pioneer Valley Railroad - Westfield , MA

Responsible for safely and efficiently operating locomotives and trains (of primarily freight railcars). * Works with conductor of train to obtain information related to train movement and track ...

ZipRecruiter - 24 days ago

Locomotive Engineer (Part-time)

Napa Valley Wine Train, a Noble House Experience - Kirkland , WA

Synchronize watch with that of Railroad Passenger Car Conductor or Railroad Freight Conductor to ensure departure time stations or terminal is in accordance with time schedule. Receives starting ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 23 days ago

Conductor - Engineer

Northern Plains Railroad - Amberg , WI

Inspects freight cars, locomotives, and other equipment to ensure compliance with FRA and Company ... Conductor experience, preferred. • Thorough knowledge of FRA requirements specific to the ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 66 days ago

Conductor

Principle Personnel Group - Parkersburg , WV

Our client is a leading freight rail services and transportation company. They employ nearly 1,000 ... A Conductor/Engineer is responsible for the sale operation and movement of locomotives and railcars ...

ZipRecruiter - 59 days ago

Conductor

Great Lakes Central Railroad - Owosso , MI

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 ...

ZipRecruiter - 18 days ago

FREIGHT UTILITY WORKER

Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit - Sonoma , CA

Must meet or exceed the requirements for certified Conductor per 49 CFR Part 242. * Must meet or ... Locomotive and Freight Car Inspection and Maintenance/Repair * The person in this position inspects ...

Recruitology - 24 days ago

What does a Freight Conductor do?

Common responsibilities of a Freight Conductor

Review instructions from dispatchers and other transportation employees, and discuss with locomotive engineer.

January 09, 2023

Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations.

February 16, 2023

Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection.

March 02, 2023

Operate locomotive equipment through the use of remote control device.

March 19, 2023

Receive and transmit information by radio and telephone.

March 24, 2023

Delivers excellent customer service by identifying customer needs and meeting or exceeding expectations.

April 24, 2023

Assist with the coupling and uncoupling of cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars, including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hoses.

April 25, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Freight Conductor in Saint Paul, MN

Average Base Salary

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100296

132496

115443

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

107204

145912

124797

What is the average salary for Freight Conductor in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Freight Conductor in Saint Paul, MN. The base salary for Freight Conductor ranges from $100,296 to $132,496 with the average base salary of $115,443. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $107,204 to $145,912 with the average total cash compensation of $124,797.

View Average Salary for Freight Conductor as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$115,443	$100,296 - $132,496
Bonus	$9,354	$6,908 - $13,416
Total Pay	$124,797	$107,204 - $145,912

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Freight Conductor Salary Near Saint Paul, MN

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Saint Paul, MN
CITY, STATE Minneapolis, MN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $100,712 - $133,046	COMPARE TO Saint Paul, MN
CITY, STATE Burnsville, MN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $100,428 - $132,671	COMPARE TO Saint Paul, MN
CITY, STATE Eden Prairie, MN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $100,542 - $132,821	COMPARE TO Saint Paul, MN
CITY, STATE Minnetonka, MN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $100,712 - $133,046	COMPARE TO Saint Paul, MN
CITY, STATE Lakeville, MN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $100,088 - $132,221	COMPARE TO Saint Paul, MN
CITY, STATE Rochester, MN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $94,766 - $125,191	COMPARE TO Saint Paul, MN

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About Saint Paul, Minnesota

Saint Paul's history and growth as a landing port are tied to water. The city's defining physical characteristic, the confluence of the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers, was carved into the region during the last ice age, as were the steep river bluffs and dramatic palisades on which the city is built. Receding glaciers and Lake Agassiz forced torrents of water from a glacial river that undercut the river valleys. The city is situated in east-central Minnesota. The Mississippi River forms a municipal boundary on part of the city's west, southwest, and southeast sides. Minneapolis, the state's ...

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