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A Day in the Life of a Norfolk Southern Locomotive Engineer
Nov 14, 2024
What's it like to be a Locomotive Engineer at Norfolk Southern? Step into a day on the rails with Douglas Bonner, who’s been keeping America’s economy moving and delivering for our customers for over 34 years.
Our railroaders, like Douglas, bring their best every day to keep our trains safely rolling and our network running efficiently.
The Association of American Railroads recently released their 2024 Rail Jobs Report: The Value and Opportunities in Railroading.
Railroading is more than just a job—it’s a fulfilling career that drives America’s economy 24/7, 365.
With competitive pay, great benefits, and long-term growth opportunities, rail employees have a median tenure of 13 years, surpassing the average of 3.9 years in the private sector, according to AAR.
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"John Orr is an accomplished fourth-generation railroader who began his career as a craft railroader and union leader, bringing decades of hands-on experience to ...
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