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Vehicle Handler

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$17.50/hr

Road & Rail Services is hiring Vehicle Handlers / Railcar Loaders to support automotive rail operations at the BNSF facility in Birmingham. This is an active, outdoor job where you will help move new ...

Vehicle Handler

Greensburg, IN · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

Road & Rail Services Location: Greensburg, Indiana Shift: First Shift Starting Pay: $19.00 per hour ... Handlers for our first-shift operation in Greensburg, Indiana. In this position, you will drive new ...

Vehicle Handler

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$17.50/hr

Road & Rail Services is hiring Vehicle Handlers / Railcar Loaders to support automotive rail operations at the BNSF facility in Birmingham. This is an active, outdoor job where you will help move new ...

Road & Rail Services Location: Greensburg, Indiana Shift: First Shift Starting Pay: $19.00 per hour ... Handlers for our first-shift operation in Greensburg, Indiana. In this position, you will drive new ...

Material Handler

Belton, MO · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation--driving the future of rail with ... Material Handler City: Belton Key Job Elements: • Operates industrial forklift to perform ...

Material Handler

Waskom, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

The Material Handler must be capable of supporting all areas within the facility. Company ... Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway ...

Material Handler III

Muncie, IN · On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation--driving the future of rail with ... Material Handler III City: Muncie Key Job Elements: • Receive, identify and unload materials ...

Material Handler

Belton, MO · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

Job Purpose The Material Handler's primary responsibilities include performing receiving, stocking ... Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway ...

Material Handler

Mayfield, KY · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation--driving the future of rail with ... Job Title: Material Handler City: Mayfield Key Job Elements: • Receive, identify, and unload ...

Material Handlers

East Chicago, IN · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider ... Material Handlers City: East Chicago Key Job Elements: • Bearing puller, forklift, utility.

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for rail handler in the United States is $17.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Rail Handler job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $37,374 per year, or $18 per hour.

Vehicle Loaders - Rail Transportation

Georgetown, KY • On-site

Road & Rail Services
Trucking • 1 - 5K employees

$19.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Road & Rail Services rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Vehicle Handler – New Vehicle Loading


Location: Georgetown, KY
A-Shift Pay: $18.75 per hour
B-Shift Pay: $19.75 per hour
Job Type: Full-time | On-site

Start Your Career with Road & Rail Services

Road & Rail Services is hiring dependable Vehicle Handlers to help prepare and load new vehicles for rail transportation. In this position, you will inspect and drive new vehicles through the facility and onto railcars while following established safety and quality procedures.

This is an active, outdoor position that requires attention to detail, safe driving habits, and the ability to work efficiently as part of a team. If you enjoy working around new vehicles, staying physically active, and completing work that directly supports the automotive transportation industry, we encourage you to apply.

What You Will Do

Safely drive new vehicles throughout the facility and onto railcars for transportation

Inspect vehicles before and after movement for visible damage or quality concerns

Maintain proper spacing and positioning while loading vehicles

Follow all customer, company, and facility driving procedures

Enter and exit vehicles repeatedly throughout the shift

Climb railcar ladders and work at heights of approximately 16 to 20 feet

Walk and stand for extended periods on paved and uneven surfaces

Lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds

Work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, snow, and changing weather conditions

Communicate safety, damage, and operational concerns to supervision

Work cooperatively with other vehicle handlers to meet daily production goals

Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area

Qualifications

Valid state-issued driver's license

Safe and responsible driving record

Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to work assigned hours, including overtime, weekends, or holidays when required

Comfortable working outdoors and at elevated heights

Able to perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift

Strong attendance, reliability, and attention to detail

Prior experience as a vehicle handler, yard driver, lot attendant, automotive porter, or vehicle loader is helpful but not required

Pay and Benefits

A-Shift: $18.75 per hour

B-Shift: $19.75 per hour

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company matching

Paid holidays

Paid time off after one year

Annual shoe and boot allowance

Company-provided personal protective equipment

Opportunities for advancement through our promote-from-within culture

About Road & Rail Services

Since 1987, Road & Rail Services has provided specialized logistics and transportation support to the railroad and automotive industries. Our company is built on safety, quality, integrity, dependability, flexibility, consistency, and total value. We are veteran-friendly and committed to creating long-term opportunities for dependable employees.

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Complete our quick application to be considered for the Vehicle Handler position in Georgetown, Kentucky. Qualified candidates will be contacted by phone or email regarding the next step in the hiring process.

Road & Rail Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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