Rail Switchman
Saint James, LA · On-site
Schedule: * Full Time * Rotating 12 hour shift work schedule Essential Job Duties * Examines track list in order to determine which railcars are to be spotted, loaded, and/or shipped * Proceeds to ...
Rail Switchman
Saint James, LA · On-site
Schedule: * Full Time * Rotating 12 hour shift work schedule Essential Job Duties * Examines track list in order to determine which railcars are to be spotted, loaded, and/or shipped * Proceeds to ...
Rail Switchman Lead
Baton Rouge, LA · On-site
$17.25 - $20.25/hr
Schedule: * Full Time * Rotating 12 hour shift work schedule Essential Job Duties * Examines track list in order to determine which railcars are to be spotted, loaded, and/or shipped * Proceeds to ...
Rail Switchman Lead
Baton Rouge, LA · On-site
$17.25 - $20.25/hr
Schedule: * Full Time * Rotating 12 hour shift work schedule Essential Job Duties * Examines track list in order to determine which railcars are to be spotted, loaded, and/or shipped * Proceeds to ...
Railroad Switchman
Edgerton, KS · On-site
$29.12 - $30.62/hr
Status: Full-Time | Immediate Hire Schedule: Open availability required, including all shifts, weekends, and holidays. As a Railroad Switchman at ConGlobal, you will play a critical role in the safe ...
Railroad Switchman
Edgerton, KS · On-site
$29.12 - $30.62/hr
Status: Full-Time | Immediate Hire Schedule: Open availability required, including all shifts, weekends, and holidays. As a Railroad Switchman at ConGlobal, you will play a critical role in the safe ...
Locomotive Switchman/Conductor
Mulberry, FL · On-site
$21/hr
Switchman / Conductor Location: Mulberry, FL Pay: $21.00 per hour Employment: Full-Time Start Your ... schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays Benefits and Advancement At Road & Rail ...
Locomotive Switchman/Conductor
Mulberry, FL · On-site
$21/hr
Switchman / Conductor Location: Mulberry, FL Pay: $21.00 per hour Employment: Full-Time Start Your ... schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays Benefits and Advancement At Road & Rail ...
Railroad Switchman 2
Mont Belvieu, TX · On-site
This role is essential to ensuring that freight and passenger trains depart and arrive on schedule and that cargo is properly sorted for delivery. Key Responsibilities: * Rail Yard Operations:
Railroad Switchman 2
Mont Belvieu, TX · On-site
This role is essential to ensuring that freight and passenger trains depart and arrive on schedule and that cargo is properly sorted for delivery. Key Responsibilities: * Rail Yard Operations:
This role is essential to ensuring that freight and passenger trains depart and arrive on schedule and that cargo is properly sorted for delivery. Key Responsibilities: * Rail Yard Operations:
This role is essential to ensuring that freight and passenger trains depart and arrive on schedule and that cargo is properly sorted for delivery. Key Responsibilities: * Rail Yard Operations:
Railroad Switchman 2
Mont Belvieu, TX · On-site
This role is essential to ensuring that freight and passenger trains depart and arrive on schedule and that cargo is properly sorted for delivery. Key Responsibilities: * Rail Yard Operations:
Railroad Switchman 2
Mont Belvieu, TX · On-site
This role is essential to ensuring that freight and passenger trains depart and arrive on schedule and that cargo is properly sorted for delivery. Key Responsibilities: * Rail Yard Operations:
Switchman
Baytown, TX · On-site
$20/hr
JSW Steel is seeking to hire an experienced Switchman to join our team! The chosen person will be ... schedules and shipment deadlines. Qualifications & Requirements * Previous experience in rail ...
Switchman
Baytown, TX · On-site
$20/hr
JSW Steel is seeking to hire an experienced Switchman to join our team! The chosen person will be ... schedules and shipment deadlines. Qualifications & Requirements * Previous experience in rail ...
Switchman
$20.70/hr
Job Title Switchman Department Production Schedule 5/8's Location Pasadena, TX Pay Rate $20.70/hr ... Support rail isolation and lockout/tagout procedures. Coordinate with production and logistics ...
Switchman
$20.70/hr
Job Title Switchman Department Production Schedule 5/8's Location Pasadena, TX Pay Rate $20.70/hr ... Support rail isolation and lockout/tagout procedures. Coordinate with production and logistics ...
Switchman
Pasadena, TX · On-site
$20.70/hr
Job Title Switchman Department Production Schedule 5/8's Location Pasadena, TX Pay Rate $20.70/hr ... Understanding of rail switching operations and safety practices Ability to interpret track layouts ...
Switchman
Pasadena, TX · On-site
$20.70/hr
Job Title Switchman Department Production Schedule 5/8's Location Pasadena, TX Pay Rate $20.70/hr ... Understanding of rail switching operations and safety practices Ability to interpret track layouts ...
Switchman
Calvert, AL · On-site
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc ... Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call ...
Switchman
Calvert, AL · On-site
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc ... Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call ...
Switchman
Calvert, AL · On-site
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc ... Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call ...
Switchman
Calvert, AL · On-site
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc ... Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call ...
Switchman
Annapolis, MO · On-site
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc ... Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call ...
Switchman
Annapolis, MO · On-site
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc ... Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call ...
Switchman
Annapolis, MO · On-site
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc ... Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call ...
Switchman
Annapolis, MO · On-site
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc ... Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call ...
Switchman
Calvert, AL · On-site
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc ... Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call ...
Switchman
Calvert, AL · On-site
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc ... Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call ...
Switchman- Unit Operator
Cheyenne, WY · On-site
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc ... Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call ...
Switchman- Unit Operator
Cheyenne, WY · On-site
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc ... Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call ...
Switchman - Gillette, WY
Gillette, WY · On-site
$20/hr
All operations run off the Dupont Schedule, as follows: 4 Nights On, 3 Off, 3 Days On, 1 Off, 3 ... a railroad, industrial plant, or similar location to facilitate the unloading and loading of ...
Switchman - Gillette, WY
Gillette, WY · On-site
$20/hr
All operations run off the Dupont Schedule, as follows: 4 Nights On, 3 Off, 3 Days On, 1 Off, 3 ... a railroad, industrial plant, or similar location to facilitate the unloading and loading of ...
Switchman - Sheridan, WY
Sheridan, WY · On-site
$21/hr
All operations run off the Dupont Schedule, as follows: 4 Nights On, 3 Off, 3 Days On, 1 Off, 3 ... a railroad, industrial plant, or similar location to facilitate the unloading and loading of ...
Switchman - Sheridan, WY
Sheridan, WY · On-site
$21/hr
All operations run off the Dupont Schedule, as follows: 4 Nights On, 3 Off, 3 Days On, 1 Off, 3 ... a railroad, industrial plant, or similar location to facilitate the unloading and loading of ...
Switchman- Unit Operator
Cheyenne, WY · On-site
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc ... Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call ...
Switchman- Unit Operator
Cheyenne, WY · On-site
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc ... Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call ...
Experienced Conductor - Rail Operations
Beaumont, TX · On-site
$23 - $25/hr
Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts (days, nights, weekends) Type: Full-Time | In Person Advance Your Career on the Rails Iron Horse Terminals is seeking experienced Conductors (or advanced Switchmen ...
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Experienced Conductor - Rail Operations
Beaumont, TX · On-site
$23 - $25/hr
Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts (days, nights, weekends) Type: Full-Time | In Person Advance Your Career on the Rails Iron Horse Terminals is seeking experienced Conductors (or advanced Switchmen ...
Flex Schedule Rail Switchman information
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$14.90 - $16.06
2% of jobs
$16.06 - $17.22
3% of jobs
$17.22 - $18.38
3% of jobs
$18.38 - $19.54
12% of jobs
$19.75 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$19.54 - $20.69
25% of jobs
The median wage is $20.90 / hr.
$20.69 - $21.85
27% of jobs
$22.12 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$21.85 - $23.01
13% of jobs
$23.01 - $24.17
6% of jobs
$24.17 - $25.33
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$25.33 - $26.49
2% of jobs
$26.49 - $27.64
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How much do flex schedule rail switchman jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for flex schedule rail switchman in the United States is $21.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Flex Schedule Rail Switchman vs Yard Switcher?
| Aspect | Flex Schedule Rail Switchman | Yard Switcher |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Railroad certification, safety training | Railroad certification, safety training |
| Work Environment | On the mainline, flexible hours, outdoor | Rail yard, fixed location, outdoor |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Railroads, freight companies | Railroads, freight companies |
| Common Search & Comparison | Yes | Yes |
The Flex Schedule Rail Switchman and Yard Switcher roles both require railroad certification and safety training. The main difference lies in their work environment: the Flex Schedule Rail Switchman operates on the mainline with flexible hours, while the Yard Switcher works within a rail yard at a fixed location. Both roles are essential in freight rail operations and are commonly compared by job seekers in the industry.
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 28 days ago
Job description
Job Summary
This position will be responsible for the safe and efficient railcar switching and locomotive operations. Strong communication skills are required to be able to safely move railcars in, out, and around the facility. Experience in railyard operations and/or chemical plant loading is preferred, but not required.
Schedule:
- Full Time
- Rotating 12 hour shift work schedule
Essential Job Duties
- Examines track list in order to determine which railcars are to be spotted, loaded, and/or shipped
- Proceeds to the designated track(s) in order to separate railcars to be shipped/loaded, and ensure that there is proper track space available for inbound railcars
- Separates inbound railcars and spots the railcar for loading/discharge
- Ensures that all railcars, which have been spotted, are properly secured by means of setting the brake
- Pulls and separates loaded railcars that will be shipped from those that have been preloaded
- Checks outbound railcars in order to ensure that all railcars are properly connected
- Weighs all inbound and outbound loads and empties
- Ensures that DOT certification for weight on outbound loads is not exceeded
- Completes any other duties that may be assigned to complete the job.
Job Qualifications – Candidate must:
- Must currently possess a valid, unexpired TWIC and driver's license.
- Must be able to follow OSHA safety standards and be safety conscious at all times.
- Should be comfortable working at heights and near the water
- 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
- Stable work history with good references from past employers
- Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check
Physical Requirements – Candidate must be able to
- Speak, write, read, hear, and have good vision
- Work outside in environmental conditions which at times include extreme heat or extreme cold
- Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) without restriction and pass any medical examination associated with the use of PPE
- Able to lift 30lbs
Employee Benefits
- Medical insurance options with the company paying a large portion of the premiums, including affordable dental and vision plans for employees and their families.
- Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
- Matching 401(k) plan to help employees save money for retirement.
- Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits
- Training and development programs