u/Vashthestampede0

Hello everyone. So I been wanting to become a train engineer or a conductor for a long time. I loved trains since I was a kid. Currently I'm active military and been in for 15 years. I do plan to retire in 5 years. At the point in time, I don't mind where I live, because I moved around so much so I would pick a job anywhere at this time. I've read its better to be a conductor and then work up to an engineer. My goal would want to be an engineer and I've seen Amtrak engineer jobs available. But can anyone give me advice on what they have experience between Amtrak and freight train conductor. I understand the schedules are different but what is your day to day experience? Thank you.