Train Conductor

Conductor role within railroad operations performing switching of rail cars, coupling/uncoupling, observing and relaying signals, and coordinating train movements as part of a unionized crew. Requires physical stamina (walking up to 10 km/day, lifting up to 80 pounds), willingness to work unscheduled 24/7 shifts, long hours (up to 12-hour shifts including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays), and ability to report within a two-hour call window. Includes 16 weeks of paid in-class and field training, with initial earnings around $205.69 per day rising to $231.40 per day during training, and an expected first-year earning of approximately $85,000 as a qualified conductor. Pre-employment requirements include medical and drug testing, background and education verification, and passport verification; candidates must be at least 18 and hold a valid driver’s license and a Canadian passport (allowing entry to the United States). Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada; travel 90-100% likely. Opportunities for career progression to Yard Foreperson, Locomotive Engineer, or management. Flexibility in shift work and emphasis on safety, communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.