Conductor/Engineer

Overview

Operate locomotives & conduct train movements safely per FRA/AAR rules.

Key Responsibilities

• locomotive operation
• train assembly
• track monitoring
• signal handling
• safety inspection
• report preparation

Tasks

-May couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains. -Inspects the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary. -Works as a conductor, or with conductors to obtain information related to train movement and track authority, acts on instructions received by means of various communication. -Observes, interprets, and relays arm, lantern, or radio signals and all other indications affecting the movement of a train. -Responsible for safely and efficiently operating locomotives and trains (of primarily freight railcars). -Monitors track conditions for anomalies (such as broken rails, defective switches, and weather-related problems), inspects railcars in compliance with Federal Railroad Administration regulations of 49 CFR. -Provides information on train stops, reports, and explains accidents and unscheduled stops and delays. -Monitors the speed, brakes, and other gauges to make sure the ride is smooth and is operating correctly. -Assemble/Switch trains per work orders, and service customers with zero errors. -Operates track switches (visually checks switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main track; may apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties. -Operate locomotives in a safe efficient manner in compliance with GCOR, ABTH, and Safety Book. -Perform work in a safe efficient manner and wear all required PPE while performing job duties. -Prepares required daily reports, switch lists (manually or with a computer), and fills out forms including train orders and inspection forms. -Conducts the movement of rail cars and train movements; signals crew member(s) for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand and/or flag signals, or radio to indicate when to start, stop, and back up or set and release air brakes. -working on/around moving equipment and other types of equipment

Requirements

• fra certification
• high school
• driver's license
• locomotive ops
• 2+ years
• outdoor

What You Bring

-exposure to extreme cold and heat for periods of more than one hour. -subject to noise; loud enough to cause a worker to shout to be heard. -FRA 240 and 242 Certification -High school diploma or GED -Valid Driver’s License -Must be able to operate locomotives, interpret train orders, railroad rules, and pass written tests to verify competency. -working at heights and elevations. -walking on irregular ground -Two years of work experience; three years of relevant experience preferred. -Reads and understands the book of rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, safety instructions, and other written or printed material. -Will be cross-trained to do other rail-related duties, such as but not limited to minor track repair, servicing locomotives, and General Labor. -Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment with all outdoor working conditions.

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Benefits

-climbing railcars

About Cathcart Rail

-Founded in 2015 by Thomas and Casey Cathcart, the company began with a single repair facility and grew through strategic acquisitions. -Its financial growth is backed by infrastructure investors like Star America and Nuveen, with capital from Bank of America-led financing syndicates. -Typical projects include freight and tank car repair, contract switching, transloading, cleaning, parts fabrication, track maintenance, and railcar storage. -Standout facts: its evolution from a single shop to one of the largest independent railcar service platforms in under a decade.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-must pass a pre‑employment physical and drug screen.