Conductor/Engineer [CSS]

Employer:  Chicago, South Shore & South Bend
Location:  Michigan City, IN

Position Summary 

Position Summary: The Chicago South Shore & South Bend Railroad [CSS] has immediate opportunities for Freight Railroad Conductor. Currently certified conductors and engineers are encouraged to apply. Candidates must be currently residing within an affordable commuting distance from Michigan City, IN.

Qualified U.S. Military Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Hourly Rate: Hourly rates are governed by the current union Collective Bargaining Agreement. The current hourly rate is $34.81. The full pay rate for fully qualified Conductors and Engineers is $43.51. If a new employee is already a qualified conductor and/or engineer in the U.S. or Canada, they will get the full pay rate once qualified on the CSS.

Benefits: The Company provides excellent benefits:

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance.
  • Paid vacation, holidays and personal days.
  • 401k retirement plan with a company match
  • Company provided group term life insurance.
  • Company provided telemedicine.
  • Federal Railroad Retirement pension.

Qualifications 

Qualifications:

  • At least two years’ previous experience as a Certified Conductor is preferred. Military experience and/or two years’ experience in outdoor work such as construction, or experience in manufacturing trades is suitable for consideration.
  • At least two years’ previous experience as a Certified Locomotive Engineer is preferred; new hires who are already Certified Conductors must successfully promote to Engineer within a timeframe set forth by the railroad and consistent with the governing labor agreement.
  • High School diploma or GED is required.
  • Must maintain a valid driver’s license.

Requirements:

  • Any employment offer for Engineer or Conductor position is contingent on results of pre-employment, interview, reading/aptitude tests, background check, physical capabilities test, pre-employment drug and alcohol screening, and a pre-employment medical exam.
  • Engineers and Conductors are subject to both Company and Federal drug and alcohol programs, which include periodic random and incident-related drug and/or alcohol testing in accordance with applicable regulations.
  • Knowledge and understanding of and compliance with all operating rules, safety rules, and safe work procedures, applicable FRA, TSA and other government regulations, and all company rules, policies and procedures
  • Required to pass company and regulatory certification requirements, and periodic examinations and performance metrics.
  • Ability to give and interpret hand signals, track flags, and signals.
  • Excellent communication and decision-making skills.
  • Vision, color, and hearing acuity as specified in 49 CFR Part 240 and/or other applicable regulations.
  • Ability to read and speak English clearly. Ability to read and transmit information via multiple media including written, radio and computer equipment.
  • Required to have phone access to receive calls and work notification from the Railroad.
  • Requires regular and timely attendance; work may be on an on-call basis 7 days a week consistent with regulations and governing labor agreement.
  • Ability to react/adapt to changing environment, and respond effectively and safely in emergency situations.

Responsibilities 

Conductor Duties – The Conductor performs groundwork such as
  • lining switches, operating derails, protecting movements,
  • applying/releasing/testing brakes, coupling/uncoupling train cars, opening, aligning and carrying 80 pound coupler knuckles.
  • connecting air hoses, installing, flagging crossings, opening/closing gated access to customer sites.
  • assisting the Engineer in positioning the train by signaling and transmitting information to the Engineer.

The Conductor may also supply, inspect and perform minor repairs on locomotives, cars, and other equipment and perform other duties as assigned.

The Conductor is responsible for the safe performance of duties and in compliance with all applicable government regulations, Company rules and policies, and safe job procedures.

Locomotive Engineer Duties – The Locomotive Engineer (“Engineer”) operates locomotives and attached train cars safely, effectively and efficiently in compliance with all applicable government regulations, company rules and policies, and safe work procedures.

The Engineer also trains and evaluates qualified student Conductors and Engineers. The Locomotive Engineer may also perform Conductor duties and other duties as assigned.

Work Environment 

  • Works both inside (5%) and outside (95%).
  • May be subject to various temperatures and conditions which may include extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, snow, etc.
  • Exposure to high noise level, moving mechanical parts, and moving equipment.
  • Exposure to dust, fumes, gases, and lubricants.
  • May be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.
  • May require wearing Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to steel-toed boots, ear and eye protection, high visibility wear, etc.
  • Elevated surfaces, slopes, and uneven surfaces including ballast.

Salary

Hourly Rate: Hourly rates are governed by the current union Collective Bargaining Agreement. The current hourly rate is $34.81. The full pay rate for fully qualified Conductors and Engineers is $43.51. If a new employee is already a qualified conductor and/or engineer in the U.S. or Canada, they will get the full pay rate once qualified on the CSS.

Benefits

The Company provides excellent benefits:

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance.
  • Paid vacation, holidays and personal days.
  • 401k retirement plan with a company match
  • Company provided group term life insurance.
  • Company provided telemedicine.
  • Federal Railroad Retirement pension.
How to Apply

Please send your resume to CSS-hr@anacostia.com.