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Knife River

RAIL MATERIAL HANDLER - (SEASONAL)

Bismarck, ND · On-site

$16.25 - $19.75/hr

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)As a successful Rail Material Handler, you will have: * High School diploma or General Education Degree, or ...

Knife River

RAIL MATERIAL HANDLER - (SEASONAL)

Grand Forks, ND · On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)As a successful Rail Material Handler, you will have: * High School diploma or General Education Degree, or ...

Progress Rail Services

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 ...

Progress Rail Services

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 ...

PrideStaff

Material Handler

Goodyear, AZ · On-site

$21.55/hr

Load and unload trucks and rail cars utilizing above equipment and systems. * Preform yard and ... Material Handler Job Requirements: * Individuals must have adequate strength, mobility, dexterity ...

Progress Rail Services Corporation

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 ...

Poet

Material Handler

Marion, OH

$14.50 - $17.75/hr

Load trucks and rail cars with feed and fuel products of POET bioprocessing facilities using ... Material Handler I: No experience required. * Material Handler II: Documented successful ...

Progress Rail Services

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 ...

POET LLC

Material Handler

Obion, TN · On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

Load trucks and rail cars with feed and fuel products of POET bioprocessing facilities using ... Material Handler I: No experience required. * Material Handler II: Documented successful ...

Poet

Material Handler

Obion, TN · On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

Load trucks and rail cars with feed and fuel products of POET bioprocessing facilities using ... Material Handler I: No experience required. * Material Handler II: Documented successful ...

POET

Material Handler

Portland, IN · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Load trucks and rail cars with feed and fuel products of POET bioprocessing facilities using ... Material Handler I: No experience required. * Material Handler II: Documented successful ...

POET LLC

Material Handler

Marion, OH · On-site

$14.50 - $17.75/hr

Load trucks and rail cars with feed and fuel products of POET bioprocessing facilities using ... Material Handler I: No experience required. * Material Handler II: Documented successful ...

Poet

Material Handler

Cloverdale, IN · On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

Load trucks and rail cars with feed and fuel products of POET bioprocessing facilities using ... Material Handler I: No experience required. * Material Handler II: Documented successful ...

POET LLC

Material Handler

Ashton, IA · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

Load trucks and rail cars with feed and fuel products of POET bioprocessing facilities using ... Material Handler I: No experience required. * Material Handler II: Documented successful ...

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How much do rail material handler jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for rail material handler in the United States is $18.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Rail Material Handler vs Rail Yard Worker?

AspectRail Material HandlerRail Yard Worker
CertificationsMaterial handling certifications, OSHA safety trainingOSHA safety training, equipment operation certifications
Work EnvironmentRail yards, warehouses, loading docksRail yards, switching areas, maintenance zones
Job DutiesLoading/unloading materials, managing inventory, moving suppliesSwitching trains, yard organization, track maintenance
Industry UsageFrequent in freight and logistics sectorsCommon in rail transportation and freight operations

Both roles operate in rail-related environments and require safety certifications. While Rail Material Handlers focus on managing materials and supplies, Rail Yard Workers handle train movements and yard organization. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position in the rail industry.

What does a rail material handler do?

A rail material handler is responsible for loading, unloading, and moving rail materials such as ties, rails, and other track components. They often operate heavy machinery like forklifts and cranes, follow safety protocols, and work in rail yards or construction sites to ensure materials are properly stored and delivered for track maintenance or installation.

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Infographic showing various Rail Material Handler job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 81% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,886 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

RAIL MATERIAL HANDLER - (SEASONAL)

Grand Forks, ND • On-site

Knife River Corporation
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$16.50 - $20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Move freight, stock, or other materials over short distances from railcars to trucks using heavy equipment or manual labor.

  • Operate vehicles and heavy machinery to load and unload railcars and trucks, and assist in performing or scheduling repairs and preventive maintenance of equipment.

  • Inspect incoming materials, verify receipts, keep records of materials received, and maintain a clean and organized facility yard.

Knife River rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 64 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

294th of 547 rated manufacturers

Job description

Great Pay! Great Benefits! Strong Teams! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our teams are the foundation of our success, and we're committed to providing the training, tools and support to do great work and go home safely at the end of each day. Join a team that looks out for one another and supports career growth from day one.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
This is a seasonal position, you can use your winters off to travel, hunt, fish or for other activities you enjoy while your benefits continue year round.
This position is responsible for moving freight, stock, or other materials over short distances from railcars to trucks.
DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job)
  1. Uses safe work procedures that comply with safety policies and regulations.
  2. Move freight, stock and other materials by hand or by using heavy equipment. Drive vehicles or operate machines or equipment to complete work assignments or to assist workers in a safe and efficient manner while complying with all federal, state, local and company policies.
  3. Assist in performing or scheduling repairs or preventive maintenance of vehicles or other equipment. Sometimes performing these at elevated platforms with heavy tools.
  4. Load or unload railcars or trucks by operating heavy equipment and/or hand tools.
  5. Unloads and inspects incoming materials and verifies receipts.
  6. Keeps records of materials received.
  7. Keeps facility yard clean and organized.
  8. Maintain & clean vehicles, machinery and other equipment and recommends safety improvements.
  9. Ensure OSHA, DOT, EPA, DNR, MSHA, Federal, State, and Local safety and environmental regulation compliance including attending training.
  10. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)As a successful Rail Material Handler, you will have:
  1. High School diploma or General Education Degree, or equivalent experience.
  2. Ability to hold and maintain proper licensure and acceptable driving record.
  3. Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime, possible nights and some Saturdays

BENEFITS:
  1. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  2. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  3. 401(k) with Company Match
  4. Profit Sharing
  5. Paid Time Off
  6. 8 Paid Holidays
  7. Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  8. Short-term Disability
  9. Employee Assistance Program
  10. Years of Service Recognition
  11. Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
  12. Critical Illness Plan
  13. Accident Coverage Plan
  14. Hospital Indemnity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
All applications are submitted online. If you are having issues completing the application, please come to the office for assistance.
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