Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters jobs in Newport News, VA

Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters supervises and coordinates activities of switch-engine crew engaged in switching railroad cars within yard of railroad, industrial plant, or similar location to facilitate loading and unloading of trains. Required to complete specific trade school courses and possess necessary certifications. Being a Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters is familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Works under general supervision. Additionally, Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters typically reports to a supervisor/manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Track laborer
  • Genesee and Wyoming Railroad
  • Suffolk, VA FULL_TIME
  • SUMMARY : The person in this position works as a crew member to maintain, repair, and replace rails, ties, switches, and ballast.

    This position uses hand tools and operates heavy equipment.

    The position starts as a track maintainer, with an opportunity to qualify as a machine operator. RESPONSIBILITIES :

    • Repair and rebuild railroad track using hydraulic or hand tools
    • Remove and replace ties and rails; pull and drive spikes; shovel rock ballast; load and unload equipment and material
    • Use various types of tools and equipment, including tampers, regulators, backhoes, torches, hammers, jacks, and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools
    • Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipment
    • Be familiar with federal and state regulations as they relate to the railroad industry
    • Ability to update rules and manuals to assure continuous compliance with all federal regulations
    • Adhere to and promote safe work practices as determined by the railroad
    • Manage other projects and perform other duties as assigned REQUIRED SKILLS AND / OR EXPERIENCE :
    • Ability to complete written forms and reports, including FRA reports, as required
    • Working knowledge of and familiarity with equipment such as tampers, regulators, torches, hammers, jacks, and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools
    • Ability to perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipment
    • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and federal and state regulation
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills
    • Experience with heavy hand tools, and previous work in an outside environment preferred REQUIRED EDUCATION AND / OR CREDENTIALS :
    • High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience a plus
    • Valid driver’s license required
    • Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is a plus 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.

    Last updated : 2024-03-27

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Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC)
  • National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS)
  • Newport, VA FULL_TIME
  • Job Title: Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC)Location: Newport News, VAJob Type: Full-TimeFLSA Status: Hourly; Non-ExemptReports To: District ManagerTravel: Yes, travel is expected for this position (50%...
  • 16 Days Ago

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CAVA - Host
  • CAVA
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • As host, you'll be the conductor of the orchestra that is service. You are the first impression of the restaurant and se...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Same-Day Catering Delivery Driver - Paid Twice Weekly
  • DeliverThat
  • Williamsburg, VA
  • Founded by drivers, for drivers, DeliverThat is on a mission to redefine the gig economy experience. We believe in provi...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nurse Manager I
  • Eastern Virginia Medical School
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Overview: In accordance with the mission of the EVMS Medical Group, the MFM Hofheimer Hall (HH) the Nurse Manager I will...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Bahama Breeze - Host
  • Bahama Breeze
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • As host, you'll be the conductor of the orchestra that is service. You are the first impression of the restaurant and se...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Electrician Journeyman
  • Lighting Maintenance Inc
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Sign on Bonus up to $5,000.00 Lighting Maintenance Inc ("LMI") has immediate openings fo...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Coordinator Sales Gallery
  • Hilton Grand Vacations
  • Williamsburg, VA
  • Job Description There’s something truly fun and superb about Hilton Grand Vacations. The foundation of our way of life h...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Engineering Technician (3846)
  • Three Saints Bay, LLC
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • Calling all experienced Engineering Technicians, Amee Bay, LLC, a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, and a government ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Electrician Journeyman
  • Lighting Maintenance Inc
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Work 4 - 10 hr days - 3 day weekends!!! Lighting Maintenance Inc ("LMI") is accepting ap...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Newport News is located at 37°4′15″N 76°29′4″W / 37.07083°N 76.48444°W / 37.07083; -76.48444 (37.071046, −76.484557). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 120 square miles (310 km2), of which 69 square miles (180 km2) is land and 51 square miles (130 km2) (42.4%) is water. The city is located at the Peninsula side of Hampton Roads in the Tidewater region of Virginia, bordering the Atlantic Ocean. The Hampton Roads Metropolitan Statistical Area (officially known as the Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC MSA) is the 37th largest in the nation with...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters jobs
$40,629 to $60,770
Newport News, Virginia area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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