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Railway Cleaner Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

With operations located across the United States, the services we perform range in scope from routine mechanical maintenance, inspections, repairs, audits, cleaning, and specialty railroad services ...

Railcar Repair Technician 1

Albany, OR · On-site

$23.50 - $28.50/hr

Keep work area in a clean and orderly manner to comply with Guardian Rail, OSHA, and environmental rules and regulations * Follow written and verbal directions * Work effectively in a team ...

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Railway Cleaner information

What is the difference between Railway Cleaner vs Train Attendant?

AspectRailway CleanerTrain Attendant
CredentialsMinimal certifications, sometimes safety or cleaning trainingCustomer service training, safety certifications
Work EnvironmentTrain stations, rail cars, maintenance areasPassenger cabins, dining cars, station platforms
Employer & Industry UsageRailway companies, cleaning service providersRailway operators, transportation companies
Job FocusCleaning and sanitation of trains and stationsPassenger assistance, safety, and service

Railway Cleaners primarily focus on cleaning and sanitizing trains and stations, requiring minimal certifications. In contrast, Train Attendants provide passenger services, often needing customer service training and safety certifications. Both roles operate within the railway industry but serve different functions—cleaning versus passenger care.

How to become a railway cleaner?

To become a railway cleaner, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and must pass background checks. On-the-job training is provided, focusing on cleaning procedures, safety protocols, and the use of cleaning tools and chemicals. Physical stamina and attention to detail are important for maintaining cleanliness standards in railway environments.

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Infographic showing various Railway Cleaner job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, and 24% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Coach Cleaner (Railroad)

Portland, OR • On-site

Drummac, Inc.
Trucking • 201 - 500 employees

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago


Job description

**THIS IS AN OVERNIGHT POSITION:  9PM -5:30am/subj to change**


COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Drummac, Inc. is an integrated railroad services company that specializes in providing mechanical and janitorial services to the transportation industry. With operations located across the United States, the services we perform range in scope from routine mechanical maintenance, inspections, repairs, audits, cleaning, and specialty railroad services to providing equipment and supplies for the transportation industry with a niche in passenger rail. We provide these services using in-house resources, which enables us to provide best-in-class quality control.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Coach Cleaner must be able to work in compliance while cleaning passenger train cars and equipment as required per train schedules. They must adhere to and maintain strict compliance with corporate/office policies and procedures, established health and safety protocols, and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Cleans and polishes lighting fixtures, floors, seats, surfaces, and trim.
  • Cleans passenger train cars, restrooms and replenishes bathroom supplies.
  • Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies.
  • Dusts furniture and equipment.
  • Polishes metalwork.
  • Washes windows, door panels and sills.
  • Empties wastebaskets and other waste receptacles.
  • Transports trash and waste to disposal area.
  • Replaces light bulbs.
  • Follows Drummac guidelines for conduct.
  • Keeps area around dumpsters clean and secure.
  • Notifies supervisor of any faulty equipment.
  • Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Requires High School Diploma or GED.
  • Experience in janitorial services is preferred.
  • Successful completion of a pre-employment screening process.
  • Works with integrity and treats others with respect.
  • Must be able to apply common sense to carry out written or verbal instructions.
  • The ability to exert force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  • Must be able to work well under pressure with tight deadlines and can positively resolve conflict.
  • Must exhibit ability to read and interpret operational manuals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • The employee is regularly required to stand or walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
  • The employee frequently is required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
  • Lifting, pushing, or pulling 35-75 lbs. on a regular basis.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Willingness to work in all weather conditions and various hours of day, night, or weekends to accommodate the arrival and departure of the trains.
  • The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
  • The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.


Drummac is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a drug free work environment to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

 

Drummac is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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