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Cedar Point

Train Fireman

Norwalk, OH · On-site

$19/hr

Working as a Train Fireman means you'll play an essential role in providing guests a memorable ... Fire and Lubricate Steam Locomotive Clean and polish locomotive Fill and lift coal tenders Chop ...

Cedar Point

Train Fireman

North Fairfield, OH

$19/hr

Working as a Train Fireman meansyoull play an essential role in providing guests a memorable visit ... Fill and lift coal tenders * Chop Wood Some of our amazing perks and benefits: * Paid training and ...

Cedar Point

Train Fireman

Castalia, OH

$19/hr

Working as a Train Fireman meansyoull play an essential role in providing guests a memorable visit ... Fill and lift coal tenders * Chop Wood Some of our amazing perks and benefits: * Paid training and ...

Cedar Point

Train Fireman

Norwalk, OH

$19/hr

Working as a Train Fireman means you'll play an essential role in providing guests a memorable ... Fill and lift coal tenders * Chop Wood Some of our amazing perks and benefits: * Paid training and ...

Cedar Point

Train Fireman

Clyde, OH

$19/hr

Working as a Train Fireman meansyoull play an essential role in providing guests a memorable visit ... Fill and lift coal tenders * Chop Wood Some of our amazing perks and benefits: * Paid training and ...

Cedar Point

Train Fireman

Fremont, OH

$19/hr

Working as a Train Fireman means you'll play an essential role in providing guests a memorable ... Fill and lift coal tenders * Chop Wood Some of our amazing perks and benefits: * Paid training and ...

Cedar Point

Train Fireman

Sandusky, OH

$19/hr

Working as a Train Fireman meansyoull play an essential role in providing guests a memorable visit ... Fill and lift coal tenders * Chop Wood Some of our amazing perks and benefits: * Paid training and ...

Cedar Point

Train Fireman

Lindsey, OH

$19/hr

Working as a Train Fireman meansyoull play an essential role in providing guests a memorable visit ... Fill and lift coal tenders * Chop Wood Some of our amazing perks and benefits: * Paid training and ...

Cedar Point

Train Fireman

Huron, OH

$19/hr

Working as a Train Fireman meansyoull play an essential role in providing guests a memorable visit ... Fill and lift coal tenders * Chop Wood Some of our amazing perks and benefits: * Paid training and ...

Cedar Point

Train Fireman

Collins, OH

$19/hr

Working as a Train Fireman meansyoull play an essential role in providing guests a memorable visit ... Fill and lift coal tenders * Chop Wood Some of our amazing perks and benefits: * Paid training and ...

Cedar Point

Train Fireman

Fremont, OH

$19/hr

Working as a Train Fireman meansyoull play an essential role in providing guests a memorable visit ... Fill and lift coal tenders * Chop Wood Some of our amazing perks and benefits: * Paid training and ...

Cedar Point

Train Fireman

Old Fort, OH

$19/hr

Working as a Train Fireman meansyoull play an essential role in providing guests a memorable visit ... Fill and lift coal tenders * Chop Wood Some of our amazing perks and benefits: * Paid training and ...

Cedar Point

Train Fireman

Berlin Heights, OH

$19/hr

Working as a Train Fireman meansyoull play an essential role in providing guests a memorable visit ... Fill and lift coal tenders * Chop Wood Some of our amazing perks and benefits: * Paid training and ...

Cedar Point

Train Fireman

Green Springs, OH

$19/hr

Working as a Train Fireman meansyoull play an essential role in providing guests a memorable visit ... Fill and lift coal tenders * Chop Wood Some of our amazing perks and benefits: * Paid training and ...

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As of Aug 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for coal train in the United States is $25.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Coal Train position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Coal Train Operator, you need a strong knowledge of railroad operations, train handling procedures, and safety regulations, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent and on-the-job training. Familiarity with locomotive controls, track signaling systems, and compliance certifications such as Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) safety requirements is essential. Strong attention to detail, communication, and the ability to remain alert during long shifts are valuable soft skills in this position. These competencies are vital to ensure safe, timely, and efficient transport of coal while adhering to industry standards.

What is a Coal Train job?

A Coal Train job typically refers to a position involved in the operation, maintenance, or management of trains that transport coal from mines to processing plants or distribution centers. Workers may include train engineers, conductors, maintenance crews, and logistics coordinators. These roles require knowledge of railway operations, safety regulations, and often specialized training. The job may involve long hours, outdoor work, and adherence to strict safety protocols.

What does a typical workday look like for a Coal Train Operator?

A typical workday for a Coal Train Operator involves inspecting locomotives, reviewing schedules, and operating trains loaded with coal between mines, processing facilities, and distribution terminals. Operators must monitor instrument panels, respond to track signals, communicate with dispatchers, and follow strict safety procedures to ensure smooth transport. The role often requires working in shifts, including nights and weekends, and spending extended periods on the rail. Collaboration with engineers, yard crews, and maintenance staff is common, ensuring trains are loaded, routed, and unloaded efficiently and safely. This dynamic environment offers both routine tasks and problem-solving opportunities for those seeking a career in rail transportation.

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Infographic showing various Coal Train job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,014 per year, or $26 per hour.

Coal Handler - J

Westinghouse Electric Company

Madison, IN • On-site

$28 - $29/hr

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Coal Handler - J

The Coal Handler position is located onsite at our client's facility in Madison, IN. This is a contract role that is full-time and long-term.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform cleaning work on the coal conveyor system, such as car dumpers, bunkers, runways, tripper room, belt decks, stacker-reclaimer and tunnels.
  • Load, unload, and handle coal, materials, supplies, and equipment.
  • Couple and uncouple railroad cars.
  • Set and release brakes, operate rail switches.
  • Signal the locomotive operator when to start, stop, go forward, or backward.
  • Flag traffic at crossings.
  • Haul and move materials, supplies, and equipment.
  • Clean work of all kinds in, around, and on equipment, buildings, and yard.
  • Clean and remove ashes and debris.
  • Cut grass and weeds.
  • Dig ditches.
  • Work on tracks and track beds.
  • Replace light bulbs and perform similar unskilled manual tasks.
  • Operate and perform maintenance on all coal yard related equipment.
  • Clean and perform lubrication on all equipment including conveyors, pumps, large motors and gearboxes and rolling stock.
  • Secure, identify and transport coal samples.
  • Inspect and test fire equipment and document tests.
  • Operate automotive equipment.
  • Maintain equipment, tools and work areas in a clean condition.
  • Perform tasks following client's safety rules, operating regulations and practices and report unsafe conditions and practices.
  • Report irregularities and abnormal conditions to the appropriate management.
  • Clear and tag equipment in coal yard area.
  • Help train other employees.
  • Assist employees.
  • Operate equipment for cleaning purposes.
  • Perform similar or less experienced work.

Qualifications:

  • High school degree or equivalent education and experience.
  • Can understand practices. Learn to use the tools and equipment required in the work.
  • Must have the physical capabilities to climb and work on or about plant equipment at different elevations.
  • Can respond to callouts to support business operational needs and schedules.
  • Must have mechanical skills. These skills must allow working on several equipment, such as large motors and gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, hydraulic systems, and electrical controls.
  • This includes troubleshooting and maintenance of electrical controls, calibration and maintenance of weighing instrumentation, and chute plugged switches.
  • Additionally, the job requires welding, cutting, and fabrication skills, among others.
  • Can safely lift and handle materials and equipment weighing up to 70 pounds.
  • Be able to pass criminal background and drug/alcohol screen (including medical and recreational marijuana and CBD oil).

Our Safety Pledge to You: If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services? WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network. WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following: Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits 401(k) Savings Plan Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices.

The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $28/hour to $29/hour.

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