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Rail Management Services

Rail Jockey Driver

Hershey, PA

$55K - $70K/yr

Join Pacific Rail Services as an Entry-Level Union Rail Yard Operator and become part of a team ... An FRA certified rail switching service provider, RMS serves all U.S. Class 1 railroads.With more ...

Pacific Rail Services

Diesel Mechanic

Northlake, IL · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

... yard management and switching services. Pacific Rail Services is seeking applicants for the Rail ... Pacific Rail Services is looking for entry level and experienced diesel mechanic personnel to join ...

Pacific Rail Services

Diesel Mechanic

Melrose Park, IL

$20 - $24/hr

... yard management and switching services. Pacific Rail Services is seeking applicants for the Rail ... Pacific Rail Services is looking for entry level and experienced diesel mechanic personnel to join ...

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 ... An FRA certified rail switching service provider, RMS serves all U.S. Class 1 railroads.With more ...

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How much do entry level yard switcher jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level yard switcher in the United States is $19.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Yard Switcher vs Entry Level Railroad Conductor?

AspectEntry Level Yard SwitcherEntry Level Railroad Conductor
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent; certification may be preferred
Work EnvironmentRail yards, switching areas, industrial settingsOn trains, in rail yards, and at stations
Industry UsageFrequent in freight rail operations, yard managementCommon in passenger and freight rail services

Entry Level Yard Switchers primarily focus on moving railcars within yards, while Entry Level Railroad Conductors oversee train operations and safety. Both roles require similar certifications and work in rail environments, but their responsibilities differ in scope and daily tasks.

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Rail Terminal Operator

Rail Terminal Operator

Rail Management Services

Langhorne, PA

$45K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Now Hiring: Entry-Level Rail Yard Position – Langhorne, PA

Looking for a stable job in a recession-proof industry? We’re hiring immediately at the Norfolk Southern Morrisville Yard in Langhorne, PA!
This is a full-time, permanent position with on-the-job training – no experience needed! We’ll teach you everything you need to know to succeed.
What You’ll Be Doing:
  • Driving company vehicles safely around the yard.
  • Spotting and parking intermodal freight trailers.
  • Locking and unlocking intermodal freight trains.
  • Working outdoors in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll start as a Jockey Driver/Groundperson – a role that combines driving and ground work. If you prove to be safe and dependable, you can train to become a forklift or crane operator. There’s room to grow into leadership roles too!
Watch the Job in Action:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uriQMlaUUsI
Pay & Benefits:
  • Start at $20.06/hr
  • After 30 days: $21.24/hr
  • After 6 months: $23.60/hr
  • 401K: $3.00/hr up to 40 hrs/week
  • Make $45,000–$60,000 your first year
  • Affordable healthcare, free dental & vision
  • Free life insurance
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and personal days
  • Boot reimbursement
  • Yearly raises & advancement opportunities

Schedule:
  • 5 days/week
  • 8–12 hour shifts

Requirements:
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Pass a 7-year background check (no felonies in last 7 years or jail time in last 5).
  • Pass a drug test & physical capabilities test.
  • No diploma or GED required.

Apply Today!
This job is great for people with experience in:
  • Warehousing.
  • Delivery driving.
  • Forklift operation.
  • Landscaping.
  • Outdoor labor.
  • Railyard work.

About Rail Management Services:

One of America’s largest intermodal terminal operators, with more than 60 U.S. intermodal and auto handling facilities.Rail Management Services (RMS) is one of the largest suppliers of intermodal ramp services in the United States handling over 9 million lifts per year. An FRA certified rail switching service provider, RMS serves all U.S. Class 1 railroads.With more than three decades of experience focused on facilitating the railroad motor carrier interface, RMS has been the lowest cost and most efficient providers while maintaining one of the best safety records in the industry. Today RMS subsidiaries include Pacific Rail Services, Pacific Trailer Repair Services, Rail Terminal Services, Terminal Switching Services and PRS Auto.