Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters jobs in New York

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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Training Officer - Conductors
  • Metropolitan Transportation Authority
  • New York, NY FULL_TIME
  • Description

    Position at Metro-North Railroad

    POSTING NO.

    6662

    JOB TITLE:

    Training Officer – Conductor

    DEPT/DIV:

    Training & Development

    WORK LOCATION:

    420 Lexington Avenue

    FULL/PART-TIME

    FULL

    SALARY RANGE:

    $94,906.00-$124,564.13

    DEADLINE:

    Until Filled

     

    This position is eligible for teleworking which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

     

    Metro-North Railroad reserves the right to remove this posting before the Application Deadline.

     

    Opening:

    MTA Metro-North Railroad is a dynamic organization, operating out of the jewel of New York City, Grand Central Terminal.  We provide service to over 86.5 million customers, traveling in and out of New York and Connecticut.  A subsidiary of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Metro-North Railroad is one of the busiest commuter railroads in the nation.  MTA Metro-North Railroad strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities to its employees.

    Position Objective:

    This position is responsible for delivering training to new hires and incumbent employees. Selecting and supervising new hire trainees, including ongoing performance reviews/evaluations, determination of eligibility to continue the program, and approval of program completion. Managing the overall delivery of training programs, including coordination with the client department(s), management of resource needs, coordination of trainee schedules, record-keeping, and other administrative responsibilities. Supporting and/or conducting training program development work as required. Performing peer review activities. Courses include, but are not limited to: New Hire Conductor training and recertification training primarily for Conductors and Locomotive Engineers.

    Responsibilities:

    • Prepare, schedule, and deliver training programs. Includes new hire, regulatory, refresher, and induction training as required. Includes technical and non-technical training as required.
    • Perform ongoing evaluation of new hire student performance. Review records and counsel students. Implement disciplinary action as required, up to and including termination from the program. Participate in performance review committee(s) or similar efforts with other Training Officers, to establish and ensure a consistent approach to new hire performance issues. For training of incumbent employees, monitor student performance, and coordinate with client department(s).
    • Participate in the development and maintenance of a comprehensive onboarding process for new Training Officers. Mentor and team-teach with new Training Officers to facilitate their development as fully qualified Training Officers capable of independently delivering effective training. Provide planning and guidance in preparation for team teaching events, ensure effective support to the new Training Officer during training delivery, and provide ongoing formal mentoring and informal feedback. When team-teaching with fully qualified Training Officers, provide regular peer-to-peer feedback.
    • Participate in the establishment, maintenance, and improvement of a peer review program among Training Officers across the Department as required. Conduct peer observations and provide feedback. Participate in the identification of best practices for the Department.
    • Serve as a subject matter expert in the development, review, evaluation, and revision of training programs for compliance with current statutory/regulatory requirements, documented practices, technology, operational needs, and other requirements. Coordinate with other staff performing program development and/or performing program development work as required. Conduct observations of programs and/or deliver pilots of new or updated programs and provide documented feedback to the development process.
    • Keep accurate and timely training records, including, but not limited to, records of attendance, new hire student progress and performance, and coordination with support departments and client department(s). Perform other administrative duties as required.
    • Provide expertise on technical, operations, and/or work practices to client department(s) as appropriate. Identify performance problems (with equipment, material, and/or personnel, as appropriate) and implement solutions. Provide additional support to client department(s) as required.

    Required Qualifications:

    Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

    • General training and development techniques and practices
    • Microsoft Office Suite and/or comparable applications (working knowledge)
    • Deliver training in a classroom and field setting.
    • Achieve appropriate qualifications as a trainer.
    • Model and communicate safe practices in all aspects of work.
    • Proactively identify and correct unsafe conditions and work practices
    • Manage day-to-day activities of trainees.
    • Build a foundation of communication and partnership.
    • Change priorities while meeting deadlines.
    • Keep current with business trends, rules/regulations, and the training implications.
    • Focus on/practice of safety.
    • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and foster teamwork.
    • Strong planning, organizational, analytical, and communication (verbal, written, presentation) skills.
    • Ability to work with minimal supervision.
    • Appropriate focus on internal and external customers
    • Ability to work various shifts and locations to support operations 24 hours/7 days a week.
    • Valid Driver’s License

    Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

    • Design, develop, implement, facilitate, evaluate, and measure training and development activities.
    • Analyze performance problems and implement solutions.
    • Deliver effective and efficient training processes and services tailored to unique business needs.
    • Apply information technology to rapidly deliver high-quality training products and services.

     

    Required Education and Experience:

     

    • Associate’s degree in a related field. Demonstrated equivalent experience, education, and/or technical credentials including two additional years of related experience may be considered in place of a degree.
    • Minimum of 3 years of related experience. Experience may include relevant training and qualification periods, as well as education in addition to or beyond the above requirement.

     

    The Following is/are preferred:

     

    • Experience in developing and delivering training.
    • Supervisory experience

     

    Other Information

    According to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

    Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MNR drivers; or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

    The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

     

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Railroad Laborer
  • Rail Management Services
  • East Syracuse, NY FULL_TIME
  • NO EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED. This is an entry-level position. Pacific Rail Services is looking for a full-time Railroad Laborers in a permanent position to join our team in a recession-proof industry at...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Railroad Laborer
  • Rail Management Services
  • Syracuse, NY FULL_TIME
  • Copy and paste this Youtube link to see what you'll be doing! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uriQMlaUUsI&feature=youtu.be Work Location: CSX. 600 Fremont Road. Syracuse, NY 13057. This is an On-The-J...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Railroad Driver
  • Pacific Rail Services
  • Syracuse, NY FULL_TIME
  • Pacific Rail Services is looking for Railroad Drivers to join our team in a recession proof industry at the CSX Syracuse, NY Terminal! We'll teach you everything you need to know in order to be succes...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Railroad Laborer
  • Pacific Rail Services
  • Liverpool, NY FULL_TIME
  • NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. This is an entry level position.Pacific Rail Services is looking for Railroad Laborer's to join our team in a recession proof industry at the CSX Syracuse, NY Terminal! Watch t...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Railroad Driver
  • Pacific Rail Services
  • East Syracuse, NY FULL_TIME
  • Pacific Rail Services is looking for Railroad Drivers to join our team in a recession-proof industry at the CSX Syracuse, NY Terminal! We'll teach you everything you need to know in order to be succes...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Assistant Conductor
  • karier.co
  • Des Moines, IA
  • **Assistant Conductor** NJ Transit - Newark, NJ Job details Job Type Full-time Full Job Description **Forbes List of Ame...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Train Crew - La Grande, OR
  • Union Pacific Railroad Company
  • La Grande, OR
  • Reference Number: 801 Department: Transportation Closing Date: Apply early as this job may be filled at any time. Most c...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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**$5,000 SIGNING BONUS** Train Conductor - Ottumwa, IA (Class Date: March 2022)
  • Canadian Pacific Railway Limited
  • * Req ID: 89340 * Department: Operations Southern Division * Job Type: Full-Time * Position Type: Union * Location: Ottu...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Train Conductor - St. Paul, MN
  • Canadian Pacific Railway Limited
  • **Conductor Training Class - No Experience Required!** Canadian Pacific (CP) is currently hiring Conductor Trainees for ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Conductor
  • Acp Advisornet
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • CompanyIndiana & Ohio Railway Company (IORY) Industry Operations & Logistics Location Cincinnati , OH SUMMARY: The perso...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Railway Conductor
  • J.D. Irving, Limited
  • ** Railway Conductor** **** New **Maine Northern Railway** is currently seeking applications for a **Railway Conductor**...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Conductor
  • Herzog Contracting Corp.
  • location TransitAmerica Services, Inc./Alternate Concepts Inc. a Joint Venture (TASI/ACI) is currently seeking **a Condu...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Train Attendant
  • Florida East Coast Industries, LLC
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • ** Train Attendant** **Job Category****:** Guest Services **Requisition Number****:** TRAIN002034 Showing 1 location **J...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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