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How much do night shift amtrak train jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for night shift amtrak train in the United States is $15.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.26 and $16.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Night Shift Amtrak Train vs Night Shift Bus Driver?

AspectNight Shift Amtrak TrainNight Shift Bus Driver
Required CredentialsValid driver's license, safety training, possibly conductor certificationValid driver's license, commercial driver's license (CDL), safety training
Work EnvironmentTrain cabins, stations, and tracksOn the road, bus terminals, and routes
Employer & IndustryAmtrak, passenger rail industryPublic or private bus companies, transportation industry
Work ScheduleOvernight shifts, irregular hoursOvernight shifts, irregular hours

Both Night Shift Amtrak Train conductors and Night Shift Bus Drivers require valid licenses and safety training. While Amtrak train staff work primarily on rail tracks and stations, bus drivers operate on roads and routes. Both roles involve overnight shifts within the transportation industry, but their work environments and specific certifications differ.

Does a night shift Amtrak train have overnight shifts?

Night shift Amtrak train crew members typically work overnight shifts that can extend into early morning hours. These shifts are part of the standard schedule for overnight routes and require adherence to safety protocols and schedule flexibility.
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Infographic showing various Night Shift Amtrak Train job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,645 per year, or $15.2 per hour.

Sr Field Engineer - 90282305 - Providence

Amtrak

Providence, RI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Amtrak rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 147 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 99 rated public transport


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
Provide technical, logistical, and administrative support to NED Assistant Division Engineers in the Sub-Division to ensure efficient and cost-effective management of infrastructure construction, maintenance, and inspection. Work in both office and field settings, including night operations, collaborating closely with gang supervisors and Transportation Management in all weather conditions.
Essential Functions
  • Coordinate night work activities within IMCS (Infrastructure Maintenance & Construction Services), ensuring adherence to outage requirements for maintaining OTP (On-Time Performance).
  • Provide 24/7 support for planned work and emergencies.
  • Monitor field activities to enforce safety protocols, driving safety culture improvement and preventing injuries.
  • Ensure regulatory inspections' timely and high-quality performance through field oversight.
  • Assist supervisors with injury support, including transportation and documentation.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
  • Plus 6 years of relevant work experience.
  • Demonstrated supervisory experience and must be able to work with all levels of employees and both external and internal customers.
  • Experience with infrastructure construction, maintenance, and inspection.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
  • Plus 8 years of relevant work experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Proficient in interfacing with employees at all levels and collaborating across IMCS and Transportation Departments.
  • Skilled and experienced in MS Office, including creating spreadsheets, presentations, and memorandums.
  • Demonstrates expertise in railroad infrastructure inspection, maintenance, and construction, with basic knowledge of related crafts.
  • Knowledgeable in railroad operations, operating rules, and divisional processes, including track and OCS outages.
  • Familiar with Federal Railroad Regulations, including Roadway Worker Protection.

The salary/hourly range is $103,700.00 - $134,460.00. 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:166970
Work Arrangement:06-Onsite 4/5 Days Click here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak.
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 25%
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