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Conductor
License Description Conductors are responsible for managing the overall safe, on-time operation of their individual train within the scope of the rules of Transportation Department. Additionally, they: supervise other train crew members; communicate information to passengers, crew and other railroad employees in person and via onboard communication channels; enforce and abide by train safety rules; operate train doors at station stops and assist customers on and off trains as necessary; observe, interpret, and relay signal information to engineers; read, understand, and comply with bulletin orders, general orders, and other applicable rules of the Transportation Department; provide flag protection on Right of Way; assist with yard switching duties and making up trains (e.g., operate switches and couple air hoses and electrical cables).; responsible for on the job training and supervision of conductor trainees; manage emergency situations - respond to medical emergencies, equipment breakdowns and direct the evacuation of passengers if necessary; verbally direct the movement of trains; provide professional customer service to passengers; compute and collect fares, sell tickets, make change, and prepare accurate cash reports for timely submission; register for duty on time; prepare trains for service and conduct job safety briefings; and perform other duties as assigned.
Licensing Agency
Transportation Department
Metro North Railroad
420 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10017
(212) 499 4457
batchelor@mnr.org
Active Status Active
Certification Certification required
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record No criminal record prohibitions
Education Degree required
Exam State exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 02/14/2023
Physical Requirements Vision test required
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