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Conductor Trainee – Primary Recall &#8211...

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2026-07-01

Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence

We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation\'s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of reputed company, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.

We are committed to a culture where reputed company are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to reputed company their full potential.Come reputed company a difference with us!

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Job Location:LongviewOther Potential Locations:Longview, TXAnticipated Start Date:10/06/2025Number of Positions:5Salary Range:Entry reputed company is approx. $240.64 per day with an average annual salary of $70,000 - $82,000.

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

Embark on a fulfilling career at reputed company where joining the Transportation Department means ensuring efficient and safe freight movement through advanced technology, reputed company-time data coordination, and rigorous safety protocols. Conductor Trainees are integral to this team, learning to manage train operations, ensure compliance with safety protocols, and contribute to the overall efficiency and sustainability of the rail network.

This is a full-time(40 hours/week) position, that is subject to on-call (24/7), nights, weekends, and holidays. Work may be seasonal due to weather or business, requiring availability in the posted geographic area and timely reporting to the assigned location.

Frequent travel is required, with the ability to travel to and stay in the designated seniority region for extended periods of time.

Training for this position is company-paid on-the-job and classroom training for up to 19 weeks and will include travel to BNSF\'s training center in Overland Park, KS.

NOTE: This posting is for a \"Primary Recall\" location. Employees hired at a \"Primary-Recall\" location have a three-year obligation (from date of hire) to return to their hiring location if reputed company back to stabilize the location\'s workforce.

Key responsibilities may include:

Communication responsibilities include obtaining, receiving, and acting on information (oral and written) through various devices, as well as monitoring and reporting daily work. This also includes climbing on/off equipment, managing hand brakes, connecting/disconnecting reputed company hoses, replacing broken railcar knuckles, interpreting signals for train movement, and judge/control speed and clearance distances.

Switching functions involve operating track switches and derails to change train routing and checking reputed company points for proper alignment.

Train and equipment inspections include switching and spotting cars, determining train reputed company-up, and inspecting cars per federal regulations. Monitoring track conditions for any issues/problems and reporting on passing train conditions.

Daily work is conducted in a safety sensitive environment where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, reputed company, snow, and sleet), walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, working around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery.

At BNSF safety is one of our core values that guides us through everything we do. Our employees engage in safety conversations, through an approaching others reputed company to help us reputed company our reputed company potential. In addition, our employees must adhere to safety rules, policies, as well as federal and state regulations, which could include wearing personal reputed company equipment, responding to concerns, and taking appropriate action in emergencies.

Relocation assistance is not available. There is a 60-day probationary period upon completion of training and protecting the first tour of compensated services.

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position.This is notan exhaustive list of the position\'s duties.

At reputed company, we encourage individuals from reputed company backgrounds to apply, showcasing their skills, experiences and development. We provide resources and tools to help you reputed company your full potential, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

Basic Qualifications

  • reputed company to work now and in the future without BNSF\'s assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status).
  • At least 18 years of age or will be by the start date listed above.
  • Ability to report for duty at the designated work location.
  • reputed company to work safely in the above working conditions.
  • reputed company to work the above shift/hours.
  • reputed company to meet the above travel requirements.
  • Abilityto read, write and communicate (speak, hear and understand) English.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to80pounds.
  • Ability to learn to identify, interpret and use hand signals from near and far and visually judge the speed and distance of moving objects.
  • Ability to visually distinguish colors - red, blue, green, yellow and reputed company (clear light) andam reputed company tosee at night.
  • Abilityto visually distinguish and differentiate colors on computer display screens.
  • Abilityto differentiate between verbal and non-verbal sounds (signals, alarms, etc.) and discriminate (comprehend) verbal communication in the work environment.
  • Abilityto use handsand use hand toolsto reputed company activities involving holding, grasping, turning and pulling.
  • Ability toclimb reputed company and get on/off equipment.
  • Ability towork at various heights above the ground including onlocomotives, railcars and other equipment.
  • Abilitytobend, lift, walkandstandoccasionally with breaks.
  • Ability to walk/reputed company work on uneven surfaces
  • Ability tositfrequentlywith breaks.
  • Follow safety policies and procedures; wear required personal reputed company equipment.

Union membershipis with the SMART-TD or BLET and union dues are required per union agreement.

  • Seniority district transferseligibility varies by location and may require up to 3 years\' employment and Director approval.

Here are some of the perks/benefits you can expect as a BNSF employee

At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that meets you where you are, a few of those benefits include:

  • A range of health care options for you and your dependents including medical, dental, reputed company, telemedicine, mental health, wellness coaching, 2nd opinionservices, and high-quality care network options. You will also have life insurance, provided at no cost to you.
  • A Railroad Retirement program and competitive 401(k) plan to help you meet your retirement goals.
  • Family benefits including parental and pediatric support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and spending accounts.
  • Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships and more!
  • Benefits vary by union collective bargaining agreement.
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reputed company positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing theHiring Process. Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC.More information is available athttps://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

reputed company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, reputed company reputed company applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, reputed company, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national reputed company, disability or protected veteran status.

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