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Railroad Loader Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Laborer - CDL A- Rerail

Merrillville, IN

$17.50 - $22.25/hr

... railroad cars, load adjust/transfer activities and track maintenance/repair/new builds. Ensures that all activities are carried out in a safe, effective, professional, and efficient manner so as to ...

... railroad cars, load adjust/transfer activities and track maintenance/repair/new builds. Ensures that all activities are carried out in a safe, effective, professional, and efficient manner so as to ...

Transload Operator

Hammond, IN · On-site

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

Railcar Loaders are responsible for providing safe and efficient rail car loading and unloading services to the customer. If you enjoy working outdoors, physical activity, problem solving, and a ...

Ability to operate all department equipment, including but not be limited to rail loader skid loader, front loader, locomotive, and other industrial equipment. * Responsible for operating locomotives ...

Ability to operate all department equipment, including but not be limited to rail loader skid loader, front loader, locomotive, and other industrial equipment. * Responsible for operating locomotives ...

Vehicle Handler

Greensburg, IN · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

Vehicle Loader / Vehicle Handler Company: Road & Rail Services Location: Greensburg, Indiana Shift: First Shift Starting Pay: $19.00 per hour; increases to $20.00 per hour after 90 days Job Type ...

Vehicle Loader / Vehicle Handler Company: Road & Rail Services Location: Greensburg, Indiana Shift: First Shift Starting Pay: $19.00 per hour; increases to $20.00 per hour after 90 days Job Type ...

Operate a track mobile, material handler, and front-end loader * Use excel and e-mail to track rail cars and communicate with the rail department * Understand and track orders for rail shipment

Operate a track mobile, material handler, and front-end loader * Use excel and e-mail to track rail cars and communicate with the rail department * Understand and track orders for rail shipment

Operate a track mobile, material handler, and front-end loader * Use excel and e-mail to track rail cars and communicate with the rail department * Understand and track orders for rail shipment

Rail Crew

Columbia City, IN · On-site

$19/hr

The Rail Worker is responsible for safely loading and securing freight to railcars, performing ... Operate forklifts and trucks to transport customer orders and load them onto railcars using ...

Rail Crew

Columbia City, IN · On-site

$19/hr

The Rail Worker is responsible for safely loading and securing freight to railcars, performing ... Operate forklifts and trucks to transport customer orders and load them onto railcars using ...

The Rail Worker is responsible for safely loading and securing freight to railcars, performing ... Operate forklifts and trucks to transport customer orders and load them onto railcars using ...

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What is the difference between Railroad Loader vs Railroad Conductor?

AspectRailroad LoaderRailroad Conductor
CertificationsOSHA safety training, sometimes freight handling certificationsOSHA safety training, conductor certification, railroad safety training
Work EnvironmentLoading and unloading freight, yard work, on-site at rail yardsSupervising train operations, coordinating crew, on trains and in yards
Employer & Industry UsageFreight rail companies, yards, terminalsRailroad companies, train operations, yards

Railroad loaders primarily focus on loading and unloading freight at rail yards, requiring safety and freight handling skills. Railroad conductors oversee train operations, coordinate crews, and ensure safety during transit. While both roles work within the rail industry and share safety certifications, their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Railroad Loader job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Gary Railway Company | Car Repairer (GRW-0070)

transtar

Gary, IN

$22 - $26.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago


Job description

Since the late 1800's, the Transtar companies consist of a group of rail carriers have been an important component in this country's industrial development. Moving billions of tons of raw materials to manufacturing sites. Transporting finished products to market. Storing and handling bulk commodities. Providing rail transport services to hundreds of satisfied customers throughout the nation's industrial heartland.

The Car Repairer is a position of Transtar’s Gary Railway Company located in Gary, Indiana. The Car Repairer is responsible for the building, rebuilding, repairing, and rerailing of railroad cars. This position works outdoors in industrial settings, in all weather conditions. 

Job Responsibilities: 

  • Inspect, repair and maintain all types of railroad cars.
  • Replace wheels, draft gears and safety appliances.
  • Test airbrake system.
  • Rerail cars and locomotive.
  • Adjust and bind loads.
  • Clean, prepare and paint cars.
  • Use various hand, electric and pneumatic power tools.
  • Use burning torch and equipment.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
  • Trade school training is preferred.
  • Mechanical aptitude is required.
  • Two years of welding, burning and fabricating experience, preferably in an industrial environment is preferred.
  • Minimum of one year industrial or outdoor work experience is required.
  • Rail car repair experience is preferred.
  • Valid driver's license is required.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work various shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays is required.
  • Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.

Transtar LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status.