Engineer / Conductor-BRG

Engineer / Conductor-BRG

Req #639Brownsville, TX, USA

Job Description

Posted Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 8 : 00 AM

POSITION SUMMARY

The Engineer / Conductor oversees the train, freight, and crew : operates track switches, couples, and uncouples cars and places cars to facilitate loading and unloading, places cars and engines in rail yards and on the main railroad; operates trains safely by complying with operating rules and train handling policies to transport freight in a satisfactory manner. Executes the mechanical operation of the train, train speed, and handling. Ensures clear communication with dispatcher and track authority; receives, relays, or acts upon oral, written, or radio instructions from dispatcher, yardmaster or other personnel indicating the switch movement, placement, or delivery of railroad cars and / or a train. Performs work safely, effectively, and efficiently in accordance with company policies and procedures and Federal Railroad Association rules and regulations to meet company objectives.

The Locomotive Engineer / Conductor demonstrates and adheres to the company values of : safety, honesty, ownership, respect, and teamwork to ensure successful partnerships with customers and employees that result in OmniTRAX’s continued success.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operation, and the FRA
• Move trains safely in the yards and over roads
• Manipulate throttle and brake controls; interprets gauges and controls
• Operate valves and switches both inside and outside of the cab, including applying and releasing handbrakes
• Operate track switches, inspect equipment on cars and use radio communications to control train movement
• Assist and instruct train crews to couple and uncouple cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars : including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hoses
• Maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety
• Review instructions from Trainmaster and discuss with train crew
• Coordinate execution of railcar switch list
• Communicate with other parties in the yard using proper hand signals and / or radio communication protocol
• Adhere to directions from conductors and brakemen
• Conduct the movement of rail cars and train movements; signal crew member(s) for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand and flag signals, or radio to indicate when to start, stop, and back-up or set and release air brakes
• Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern, or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train
• Operate track switches (visually checks switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; may apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties
• Read and understand the book of rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, safety instructions, and other written or printed material
• Prepare required daily reports, switch lists (manually or with a computer), and fill out forms including train orders
• Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary
• May couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains
• Judge speed and distance of moving objects or parts
• Recall information required from work activity

OTHER DUTIES

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

WORK ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Strength

Occ

Freq

Cons

Weight / Force

Side

Height From

Height To

Lifting - Knuckle

85 lb

Two Hands

0 in

46 in

Strength

Occ

Freq

Cons

Weight / Force

Side

Height

Rotation

Grip Pattern

Pushing - Auto Rack Brake

83 lb

Two Hands

in

Neutral

Cylinder

Pushing - Ergo Bow Switch

lb

Two Hands

35 in

Neutral

Cylinder

Pulling - Pin Lifter

86 lb

Either

25 in

Neutral

Cylinder

Pulling - Wheel Brake Tank Car

lb

Right

36 in

Neutral

Hook

Pulling - Wheel Brake Hopper Car

lb

Right

36 in

Neutral

Hook

Pulling - Ground Switch

lb

Two Hands

5 in

Supinated

Cylinder

Pulling - Derail

lb

Two Hands

7 in

Pronated

Cylinder

Pulling - Ergo Bow Switch

lb

Two Hands

35 in

Neutral

Cylinder

Pulling - High Stand Switch

87 lb

Two Hands

36 in

Pronated

Cylinder

Pulling - Align Knuckle

lb

Two Hands

35 in

Neutral

Hook

Grip & Pinch

Occ

Freq

Cons

Weight / Force

Side

Rotation

Grip Setting / Type

Hand Grip - Hose Coupling Grip

47 lb

Left

Neutral

Hand Grip - Hose Coupling Grip

47 lb

Right

Neutral

Upper Body

Occ

Freq

Cons

Description

Reaching - Below Knee

Extending hand(s) and arm(s) below the level of the knee.

Reaching - Over Shoulder

Extending hand(s) and arm(s) above shoulder level.

Reaching - Knee to Shoulder

Extending hand(s) and arm(s) between knee and shoulder level.

Handling - Both

Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hands.

Fingering - Fine Motor Manipulation

Picking, pinching, or otherwise working primarily with fingers.

Cervical Flexion / Extension

Flexing and / or extending at the cervical spine.

Rotation - Cervical

Rotating at the cervical spine.

Rotation - Thoracic & Lumbar

Rotating at the thoracic and lumbar spine.

Lower Body

Occ

Freq

Cons

Description

Sitting

Remaining in a seated position.

Standing

Remaining on one’s feet in an upright position without moving about.

Walking

Moving about on foot.

Climbing

Ascending or descending between two points.

Balancing

Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling.

Stooping

Bending body forward by bending spine at the waist.

Kneeling - Two Knees

Bending legs at knees to come to rest on one or both knees.

Crouching / Squatting

Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine.

Other Physical Demands

Occ

Freq

Cons

Type / Position / Description

Vision

Per FRA Requirements

Hearing

Per FRA Requirements

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