Work With Us

We value fairness, integrity, creativity and treating our employees with dignity and respect.

The Maryland & Delaware Railroad Company (MDDE) actively looks to connect with job seekers interested in becoming career railroaders. If you are looking for a job in a technical craft, enjoy working outside, and seek to be part of a collaborative team, working for MDDE might be the right fit for you.

Employment Process

The MDDE looks to attract candidates that are an ideal fit for the company long-term. Whether your job search is for a role in a craft position or management, we have career opportunities of different types. We invest time into our talented team and we are laser-focused on helping our employees reach their career goals.

All resumes must be submitted to our online Job Application form. We appreciate the effort you put into the application process, and will respond by taking the necessary time to review the information provided.
Job Application Form
We conduct interviews with the intent of matching your skills to the functions of the position. Our interviews are designed to provide you with more specific information about our company and the position, while affording you an opportunity to put forth your qualifications for consideration.
Your employment history will be thoroughly reviewed. A reference check and full criminal record review will also be conducted. Your driving record will be reviewed, as well as review of your previous DOT employer history.
You must be able to verify your High School Diploma, GED or higher education from an accredited institution.
Based on results from the background check, we may make a conditional job offer. All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the post-offer requirements.
The physical and drug screening process allows us to verify your physical capabilities meet the physical requirements of the job. We will schedule and pay for your appointment. Upon arrival at the facility, you will be asked to show a picture identification card, and will then complete a health history questionnaire prior to meeting with the health care provider. The physical exam may include testing to determine your ability to meet the physical requirements of the position. A mandatory drug screen is also part of this process. Your results will be reviewed by a professional medical provider, and we will contact you in order to inform you of the recommendation.

Career Opportunities

Click the button to submit an application to become a team member. If we are not currently hiring, applications and resumes will be kept on file for future hiring needs.

Job Application Form

All new hires will be required to submit to mandatory drug screening upon receiving an offer of employment.

Conductor

The Conductor’s job involves managing and facilitating the safe and efficient operation of the train and crew, including: communicating with the engineer and/or dispatch staff to determine the crew’s job list for the day; inspecting equipment to ensure that it is in safe working condition and in compliance with regulations; working with the engineer to safely and efficiently deliver freight to the railroad’s customers on schedule.

Engineer

The Engineer’s job involves managing and facilitating the safe and efficient operation of the train and crew, including: operating the locomotive, communicating with the conductor and/or dispatch staff to determine the crew’s job list for the day; working with the conductor to safely and efficiently deliver freight to the railroad’s customers on schedule.

Track Inspector

The Track Inspector’s job involves conducting weekly inspections of all MDDE-operated track to ensure that all track is in compliance with federal track safety standards, making emergency repairs as needed, and overseeing track laborers and contractors.