The Railroad Conductor is an entry level position in the refinery. The Conductor ensures that railroad tracks are adequate, functional and conform to industry standards and management's safety instructions. A Conductor oversees the movement of rail cars and visually checks switch conditions and routes. The Conductor also relays radio and hand signals affecting the movement of trains.
Duties:
- Maintain Conductor certification
- Daily railcar pre-work safety and planning meeting with emphasis on the Railroad Operating Rules and Safety Procedures.
- Direct communication with the Shift foreman
- Daily inspection of locomotive operating systems such as fuel level, air system, brakes, oil level, water level and correct start up/shut down procedures, etc.
- Daily inspection record keeping in locomotive cab
- Blue Card up to date and valid
- Carefully and efficiently move hazardous laden rail cars through rail yard and across public roads to be placed in designated areas as required.
- Proper radio communication
- Perform weekly track inspection and maintenance. Keep accurate and current records.
- Track repairs completed with accurate up to date record keeping
- Check for any obstructions left by loader/pumper from the loading/unloading processes such as wheel chocks, loading arms, ramps and hoses or environmental obstruction of switches/rails from snow fall or wind blown debris.
- Direct communication with Shift Foreman, Pumper and Loader
- Keep rail yard safe for Union Pacific and Utah Railway daily switching
- Occasionally recheck loader/pumpers work for properly tightened dome lids, belly caps and all valves on car along with proper placards.
- Always be aware of condition of car placards and securement of each car
- Inspect railcars for signs of damage or tampering, check placards and stenciling
- Occasionally gauge cars and get samples
- Double check your paper work for any errors
- Rail yard security
- Daily rail yard inspection walk around
- Look for any signs of damage or unauthorized personnel
Education and Experience Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- No experience necessary
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements
- Must be safety conscience.
- Be able to work shift work: days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Be able to safely climb on and off of railcars.
- Be able to lift 50 LBS.
- Work well with others.
Location
North Salt Lake, Utah
Position Benefits:
- Great yearly bonus program
- Retirement program
- Competitive Health Insurance- Medical, dental, Vision
- Disability Insurance