Conductor

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Responsibilities :

The selected individual will perform the following functions :

• Manages and controls the movements of the cars by using lantern, hand and / or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back-up or set or release air brakes.
• 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 railway; may apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties.
• Apply and release hand breaks to perform movements.
• Follows the lists of work, respecting the order of those cars on the train.
• Prepares required daily reports and switch lists, manually or electronically.
• Inspects the condition of the train.
• Follows and complies with the various rules, railway safety procedure and standards of Transport Canada.
• Interacts with the railway authorities.
• Work safely.
• Other related tasks.

General Requirements :

Other working conditions : Vacation, benefits and paid holidays are based on the company’s policies.

If considered for the position, a full background check will be required (physical, drug, criminal and references).

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.

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