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How much do amtrak driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for amtrak driver in Delaware is $16.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.18 and $16.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Amtrak driver?

An Amtrak Driver is commonly referred to as a Locomotive Engineer. They operate trains, ensuring safe and efficient transportation of passengers or freight. Their responsibilities include monitoring speed, braking, and communication with dispatchers. They must adhere to strict safety regulations and respond to track signals. Extensive training and certification are required for this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Amtrak driver?

To thrive as an Amtrak Driver, you need a strong understanding of railroad operations, mechanical aptitude, and compliance with safety regulations, typically backed by a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a formal conductor or engineer training program. Familiarity with train control systems, communication radios, and possessing Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) certification are essential. Excellent situational awareness, calm decision-making, and effective teamwork set top performers apart in this position. These abilities are crucial for ensuring passenger safety, maintaining schedules, and navigating complex rail networks efficiently.

What are the typical working hours and shift patterns for an Amtrak driver?

Amtrak Drivers generally work in shifts that can include early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays, as passenger rail service operates around the clock to meet travel demands. Shifts are often determined based on seniority and the particular route, and some schedules may require being on call for unexpected trips or service changes. While these hours can be demanding, many employees appreciate the potential for overtime pay and the structured breaks built into longer routes. Understanding and adapting to shift-based work is an important aspect of succeeding in this role.

How to become an Amtrak driver?

To become an Amtrak driver, candidates typically need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with passenger and air brake endorsements, along with a clean driving record. Applicants usually undergo background checks, drug testing, and safety training, including on-the-job instruction and certification in operating passenger trains. Prior experience in train operations or related fields can be beneficial.

What do Amtrak drivers make?

Amtrak train drivers, also known as locomotive engineers, typically earn an average salary of around $70,000 to $100,000 per year, depending on experience and location. They require specialized training, certification, and often work irregular hours, including nights and weekends.

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Infographic showing various Amtrak Driver job openings in Delaware as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,870 per year, or $16.3 per hour.

Lead Compliance Analyst / Safety Auditor - 90205030 - WIL / PHL / CHI / DC / BOS / NY

Wilmington, DE • On-site


Amtrak
Travel Arrangement Services • 10K+ employees

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 148 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

38th of 99 rated public transport

Great coworkers

People enjoy working here

Good employer


$152K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Your success is a train ride away!
As we move America's workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.
Are you ready to join our team?
Our values of 'Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First' are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, 'Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security' are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak. By living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future.
Job Summary
This position can be located in any of Amtrak's main office locations - Wilmington, DE; Philadelphia, PA; Chicago, IL; Washington, DC; Boston, MA; New York, NY. Travel will be required throughout the territory.
Maintain shared responsibility for overseeing the company's systemwide compliance with federal regulations, railroad operating rules, safety rules and practices including within the Transportation, Infrastructure Maintenance & Construction Services and Mechanical departments. Ensure that critical safety assurance, QA and QC processes are in place and in compliance with Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations pertaining to safety and other legal requirements. Identify and improve compliance with the rules and procedures that have the greatest potential for reducing risk and increasing safety. Evaluate safety, compliance and other data as necessary; report identified trends in compliance and safety performance and related incidents across the company; and partner with internal and external organizations to design and implement improvements to QA-related internal controls.
Essential Functions
  • Conduct quality and safety assurance activities including audits to assess Amtrak programs for effectiveness and to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations and Amtrak standards, rules and policies, including OSHA, Transport Canada, and FRA safety regulations. These activities include interviewing Amtrak employees and other pertinent parties; reviewing and analyzing documents, records, and data; and conducting on-site and remote observations and inspections of railroad activities and assets.
  • Utilize data to ensure that correct methods are being applied to ensure safety and compliance, and to recommend process improvements.
  • Ensure that review data gives statistically valid representation and all required documentation is adequately and correctly prepared, documented and maintained.
  • Produce audit reports and related deliverables, verbally communicate the results of assurance activities, and ensure that required corrective and preventive action has occurred.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
  • Plus 6 years of relevant work experience.
  • Valid Drivers' License

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
  • Plus 8 years of relevant work experience.
  • Certification in QA/QC, safety, or related discipline (International Organization for Standardization [ISO], Transit Safety and Security Program [TSSP], Occupational Safety and Health Administration [OSHA], World Safety Organization [WSO], etc.).
  • Current or prior railroad operating rules or roadway worker protection qualifications.
  • Knowledge of regulatory inspection processes, including related to the issuance of defects and violations (FRA, OSHA, EPA, Transport Canada, etc.).
  • Experience reviewing and analyzing specialized railroad data (e.g., locomotive event recorder data).
  • Experience utilizing data analysis tools including Microsoft Power BI and/or Enablon safety software.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to analyze, interpret, summarize, communicate, and act on quantitative and qualitative data
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently
  • Effective organizational, administrative, and personal computing skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint and PowerPoint
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of applicable FRA, Transport Canada, and/or OSHA safety regulations, policies, programs, as well as understanding of Amtrak safety rules and practices (or similar safety rules and practices in an applicable work environment)
  • Knowledge of compliance, safety assurance, and/or QA reviews and procedures

The salary/hourly range is $94,300.00 - $122,256.00. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. Depending on an employee's assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee's base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
Health and WellbeingFinancial and RetirementWork and Family Life SupportHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance401K with Employer MatchGenerous Paid Time Off Wellness ProgramsRailroad Retirement BenefitsPaid Caregiving Days and Backup CareHealth Savings AccountPublic Service Student Loan ForgivenessFertility and Family Building BenefitsNo-cost Personal Health AdvocateStudent Loan AssistanceAdoption and Surrogacy AssistanceMedical Plan Opt-out CreditTuition and Education ReimbursementPaid Family Leave Life InsuranceRail Pass Privileges Short- and Long-term Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program No-cost Financial Advisor SessionsCommuter and Flexible Spending Accounts
Learn more about our benefits offerings here.
Requisition ID:166961
Work Arrangement:06-Onsite 4/5 Days Click here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak.
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 50%
You power our progress through your performance.
We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions.
Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen.
Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.
In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.
In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. §1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.
Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, to include traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, such as lactation), national origin/ethnicity, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.

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About Amtrak

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As we move America's workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.

Industry

Travel arrangement services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Washington, DC, US

Year founded

1971


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