Position Summary:
Engineers and Conductors are responsible for the safe and efficient movement of freight trains, placing rail cars to facilitate loading and unloading, and makeup/breakdown trains in a rail yard, customer facility or similar locations.
General duties include:
• Review instructions from dispatchers and other train crew members
• Receive and transmit information by radio and telephone
• Assist and instruct train crews to couple and uncouple cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars
• Work with customer service to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars
• Maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety
• Observe, interpret, and relay signals and other indications affecting movement of trains
• Make adjustments with moving and positioning of rail equipment
• Maintain a professional demeanor and positive attitude while interacting with coworkers and customers
Job requirements:
• 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Ability to work from written and verbal instructions
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, adhere to work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules
• Must be able to work varying hours, including weekends and overtime as required
• Must be able to occasionally work in varying weather conditions
• Must be able to submit to and be able to pass a drug screen
• Maintain a good attendance record
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must be willing to wear required personal protective equipment
Physical requirements:
• Must be able to stand and walk on uneven surfaces for extended periods of time
• Must be able to carry and lift 30 lbs. frequently and push and pull 75 lbs. frequently
• Must be able to carry and lift occasionally 50-90 lbs., push and pull 250 lbs. and grip 100 lbs.
Rate of pay:
• $24.00 to $27.00 depending on experience and relevant qualifications
Employment with FGLK is contingent upon the successful completion of job function demands and medical examination. The examination includes a drug screen and assessment to ensure that candidates can safely perform the essential functions of the job. In addition, the company conducts for-cause, post-accident, and random drug & alcohol testing of its employees.
This job description is representative of the job; however, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties a person may be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.
Finger Lakes Railway Corp. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that supports diversity in the workplace.

Mail your resume to: HIRING MANAGER, PO BOX 1099, GENEVA NY 14456
Or visit www.fingerlakesrail.com and submit your application online