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Railroad Engineer

Houston, TX

$17 - $18/hr

Manage rail track switches to direct rail cars to appropriate tracks. * Ability to connect and disconnect rail air hoses as needed to consolidate rail cars efficiently. * Lead job briefings with the ...

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Rail Jockey Driver

Hershey, PA

$55K - $70K/yr

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 ...

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How much do rail manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for rail manager in the United States is $62,537.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,500.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Rail Manager, and why are they important?

To excel as a Rail Manager, you need in-depth knowledge of railway operations, safety regulations, and logistics, typically backed by a degree in engineering, transportation, or management. Familiarity with rail management software, scheduling systems, and safety compliance tools is essential. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for managing teams and coordinating with stakeholders. These competencies ensure efficient rail operations, compliance with safety standards, and smooth collaboration across departments.

What are some of the main challenges Rail Managers face when overseeing daily operations, and how can they effectively address them?

Rail Managers often face challenges such as coordinating schedules across multiple teams, ensuring safety compliance, and managing unexpected service disruptions. To effectively address these, successful Rail Managers rely on strong communication skills, proactive planning, and the ability to make quick, informed decisions. Building a collaborative team environment and staying updated on regulatory requirements are also key strategies for overcoming operational hurdles and maintaining efficient rail service.

What is a Rail Manager?

A Rail Manager is a professional responsible for overseeing the operations, safety, and efficiency of rail transport systems. Their duties can include managing staff, coordinating train schedules, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and handling budgetary concerns. Rail Managers work closely with various stakeholders, including government agencies, maintenance crews, and customer service teams, to ensure smooth and effective railway operations. They play a crucial role in problem-solving, emergency response, and implementing strategies for service improvements. This position requires strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
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Infographic showing various Rail Manager job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 99% Full Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,537 per year, or $30.1 per hour.
Rail Yard Laborer

Rail Yard Laborer

Rail Management Services

East Saint Louis, IL

$60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

We are hiring immediately for this position at 2 railyards in the Fairmont City and Lindenwood areas in a recession proof industry! This is an entry level position with on the job training. We'll teach you everything you need to know in order to be successful on the job. No Experience is required. The job is a combination of a Hostler Driver and Ground Person as they are 1 and the same job.

Watch this YouTube video to see what you'll be doing. Copy and Paste:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uriQMlaUUsI

You'll have the potential to make $60,000 a year in hourly pay with overtime included!

Shifts:
  • BNSF Lindenwood is hiring for a 6pm shift.
  • Fairmont City is hiring for a 3pm shift.
  • Both locations require working up to 12 hours daily.

Benefits: (Medical Starts after 60 days and the first of the month after that. Other benefits start after your 90 day probationary period)
  • Affordable Healthcare and Vision Benefits, Free Dental
  • Free Life Insurance
  • 6 paid holidays as well as paid personal days (Same as sick time) and Vacation Pay
  • Boot reimbursement
  • 401K available
  • Yearly Raises
  • Advancement Opportunities to become a lift operator, foreman, supervisor and even management.

Qualifications: (NO RAILROAD EXPERIENCE REQUIRED)
  • Have a valid Driver's License.
  • Pass a drug test & a Physical Capabilities Test.
  • No GED or diploma required.
  • Strong communication skills required.
  • There are other requirements not listed that will be discussed during the interview process.

APPLICANTS MUST currently live within a 45 minute commute of St Louis. OUT OF AREA candidates and/or those requiring relocation will NOT be considered.

Responsibilities:
  • Drive a jockey truck moving 53ft trailers, containers, and chassis around the yard.
  • Various Groundperson duties, climbing on and off railcars, locking and unlocking tracks, putting in and taking out inner box connectors (IBC's).
  • Assist packer operators in loading and unloading the equipment using hand signals.
  • Assist in the process of stacking and unstacking chassis as well as loading and unloading chassis racks.
  • Other assigned duties.

This job would be suitable for persons looking for jobs in a warehouse, as a delivery driver, a forklift driver, working outdoors, a laborer, doing landscaping, and working in a railyard.
You will be employed directly by Pacific Rail Services and will not be considered an employee of the railroad.

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.