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General Information

Client
BNSF Railway
Job Category
Transportation
City
Creston
State
Iowa
Work Style
Onsite

Job Description & Requirements

As a Conductor Trainee at BNSF, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. This full-time position offers a salary range of $70,000 to $82,000 annually, with an entry rate of approximately $240.64 per day. The position requires availability for on-call shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Training is provided, including paid on-the-job and classroom instruction for up to 19 weeks. The start date is anticipated for February 3, 2025.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Operate track switches and derails to change train routing.
  • Monitor and report daily work, including climbing on/off equipment, managing hand brakes, and connecting/disconnecting air hoses.
  • Conduct inspections of trains and equipment, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and safety protocols.
  • Monitor track conditions and report passing train conditions.
  • Ensure compliance with safety rules, federal, and state regulations, including wearing personal protective equipment.

Required Experience:

  • Must be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship now and in the future.
  • Ability to work safely in the described working conditions, including extreme weather and around heavy machinery.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds and perform physical tasks such as climbing, bending, and walking on uneven surfaces.
  • Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing, and to distinguish verbal and non-verbal signals.
  • Must meet travel requirements, including travel within the designated seniority region for extended periods.
  • At least 18 years of age or will be by the start date listed above.

Working Conditions:

  • Work is conducted in a safety-sensitive environment, subject to diverse weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, sleet).
  • Employees must adhere to safety rules and policies, including wearing personal protective equipment and responding to safety concerns.

Location of this Position:
Creston, IA 50801

About the Company:
BNSF Railway is one of the largest U.S. railroads, transporting freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. The company is committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging and offers a wide range of benefits, including health care options, life insurance, retirement programs, and family support services. BNSF values safety and diversity and encourages employees to engage in safety discussions to help reach the company’s full potential.