We provide training to individuals who want to begin their railroad career as freight railroad conductor trainees. Please carefully consider the following information to help you in your decision to enroll in our program. General Information UNF offers a 5-week training program that prepares graduates to work as a freight railroad conductor. The intensive classes meet eight hours a day, Monday through Friday and will include field trips. Upon successful completion of the course, graduates will receive a Certificate of completion.
Conductors give direction and signals to the engineer and other train crew members.
They must be experts in teamwork, problem solving and communication. All students accepted into the training program are guaranteed a job interview. In order to be considered for hire, students must pass a complete background check and physical exam, as well as earn a passing grade. UNF cannot legally guarantee job placement to graduates of the training program. Bends to ground level to operate lever controlled track switches to change the route of the engine or cars within yards or on the road.