Freight Conductor Salary in Washington, DC

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How much does a Freight Conductor make in Washington, DC? The average Freight Conductor salary in Washington, DC is $120,479 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $104,672 and $138,277. 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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Job Openings for Freight Conductor in Washington, DC
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 - 21 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 - 14 days ago
Locomotive Engineer
Napa Valley Wine Train, a Noble House Experience - Napa , CA
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 - 42 days ago
Intermodal CDL Class A Regional Driver /Conductor regional Class A CDL
Ensure Trucking Inc - Joliet , IL
No touch freight * Supplemental benefits available * No weekends * Drivers are home same day * No ... Como conductor intermodal, se le pedir que mueva contenedores (20 pies, 40 pies, 53 pies) desde la ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 56 days ago
Conductor & Track Laborer
Vermilion Valley Railroad - Covington , IN
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This position works as both a conductor and as a track laborer for a ... freight cars, operate track switches, inspect cars and use radio communications to control train ...
ZipRecruiter - 68 days ago
Conductor
Livonia Avon and Lakeville Railroad Company - Lakeville , NY
Conductors/Engineers are responsible for ensuring the smooth transit of freight between destinations and working to keep the train in good condition so that everything stays on schedule. Key Duties ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 13 days ago
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Average Salary Range for Freight Conductor in Washington, DC

Average Base Salary

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104672
138277
120479

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
111882
152278
130244
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 Washington, DC. The base salary for Freight Conductor ranges from $104,672 to $138,277 with the average base salary of $120,479. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $111,882 to $152,278 with the average total cash compensation of $130,244.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $120,479 $104,672 - $138,277
Bonus $9,764 $7,210 - $14,001
Total Pay $130,244 $111,882 - $152,278
* 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 Washington, DC

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Arlington, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $104,691 - $138,302 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Alexandria, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $104,691 - $138,302 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Annandale, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $104,691 - $138,302 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bowie, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $104,471 - $138,011 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bethesda, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $104,691 - $138,302 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Silver Spring, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $104,691 - $138,302 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
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