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Rail Jockey Driver

Hershey, PA · On-site

$20.50 - $22.44/hr

We're hiring Entry-Level Rail Yard Operators . No CDL or prior hostler driving experience required. Full training provided. Note: This posting is for the Rutherford location only . Other locations ...

Rail Management Services

Rail Jockey Driver

Hershey, PA

$20.50 - $22.44/hr

We're hiring Entry-Level Rail Yard Operators . No CDL or prior hostler driving experience required. Full training provided. Note: This posting is for the Rutherford location only . Other locations ...

HDR

Rail Transit EIT

Salt Lake City, UT

$75K - $99.20K/yr

Support mentorship of entry level rail and transit staff * Familiarity and experience with local agencies (UDOT, UTA, HVT) Preferred Qualifications * Prefer basic knowledge of InRoads/InRail ...

HDR

Rail Transit EIT

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$75K - $99.20K/yr

Support mentorship of entry level rail and transit staff * Familiarity and experience with local agencies (UDOT, UTA, HVT) Preferred Qualifications * Prefer basic knowledge of InRoads/InRail ...

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Rail Jockey Driver

Rail Jockey Driver

Rail Management Services

Hershey, PA • On-site

$20.50 - $22.44/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Join Pacific Rail Services working at the Norfolk Southern Rutherford Rail Terminal! 

Start your career in the rail industry with a stable, industry-leading company. We’re hiring Entry-Level Rail Yard Operators. No CDL or prior hostler driving experience required. Full training provided.

Note: This posting is for the Rutherford location only. Other locations may have different pay and benefits.

Pay & Compensation:
  • Starting pay: $20.50/hr (Overtime: $30.75/hr)
  • After 1 year: $22.44/hr
  • Annual earning potential: $55,000–$70,000 (with overtime)

Shifts Available:
Each shift is 8 hours, with a mandatory 4-hour holdover when needed (up to 12 hours total).
Current shift start times:
  • 6:00 PM
  • 10:00 PM
  • Weekends and holidays are required.  
Job Duties:
  • Operate jockey trucks to move 53ft trailers, containers, and chassis.
  • Perform ground duties: climbing railcars, securing tracks, handling connectors.
  • Assist crane operators using hand signals.
  • Stack/unstack chassis and load/unload chassis racks.
  • Support other tasks in a team-based environment.
See what you'll be doing in this Job Preview Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uriQMlaUUsI

Benefits:
  • Affordable healthcare and vision (after 60 days).
  • Free dental and life insurance.
  • Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation.
  • $100 boot reimbursement.
  • 401K available.
  • Annual raises.
  • Career advancement opportunities.
Qualifications:
  • No railroad experience needed.
  • Must be 18+ with a valid driver’s license.
  • Pass a 7-year background check.
  • Pass the drug test and physical capabilities test.
  • No GED or diploma required.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Must live within 45 minutes of Harrisburg, PA (no relocation).
Ideal For Candidates Who Want:
  • A hands-on, outdoor job.
  • Entry-level work with training.
  • Career growth and stability.
  • A recession-proof industry.
Apply Today:
Start your journey with Pacific Rail Services and build a career from the ground up.