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Remote Railroad Freight Conductor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

ARMY TRANSPORTATION

$30.72 - $35.85/hr

Ensure railroad brakers are placed correctly * Pick up work lists; receive instructions by radio ... Ability to do the work of an Conductor without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to ...

Nexorra Group

Railroad Bridge Engineer

Kansas City, MO · On-site +1

$155K - $180K/yr

Kansas City, MO (new office hub) or Fully Remote (U.S. based) Experience: 11+ years in railroad ... Their work directly supports Class I freight railroads and passenger rail clients across the U.S ...

BNSF Railway

Staff Engineering Manager (Remote - US)

TX · On-site +1

$225K - $300K/yr

... of freight rail bnsf | tech is the technology division making BNSF the preeminent freight and ... REMOTE Anticipated Start Date: 08/03/2026 The US base salary range for this full-time position is ...

BNSF Railway

Data Scientist I/II (Remote - US)

TX · On-site +1

$93K - $175K/yr

... of freight rail bnsf | tech is the technology division making BNSF the preeminent freight and ... Remote US Anticipated Start Date: 08/03/2026 The US base salary range for this full-time position ...

BNSF Railway

Sr/Staff Data Scientist (Remote - US)

TX · On-site +1

$165K - $300K/yr

... of freight rail bnsf | tech is the technology division making BNSF the preeminent freight and ... REMOTE Anticipated Start Date: 07/01/2026 The US base salary range for this full-time position is ...

Lochner

Structures - Rail Project Engineer

East Hartford, CT · On-site +1

$78K - $105K/yr

Experience with commuter rail, light rail, or freight rail projects * Familiarity with CTDOT or ... Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible) * Wellness Program for Physical and ...

Amsted Rail Company

Senior HRIS Analyst

$92K - $117K/yr

Amsted Rail is a globally integrated manufacturer. Freight car builders, as well as railroads, car ... This remote role requires occasional travel to company sites and reports to the Manager, HRIS. The ...

W3Global Inc.

Senior Drayage Sales Executive

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

... freight forwarders, and NVOCCs efficiently move containers between U.S. ports, rail ramps, and ... Remote work available on Fridays. * Professional Class A office environment with nearby restaurants ...

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RADIANT LOGISTICS INC

Sales Executive

Houston, TX · Remote

$150K - $220K/yr

SALES EXECUTIVE Freight Forwarding & Third-Party Logistics Job Type Full-Time / Remote Location ... and rail, customs brokerage, warehousing and distribution, order fulfillment, and inventory ...

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How much do remote railroad freight conductor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote railroad freight conductor in the United States is $32.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.53 and $35.34 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Railroad Freight Conductor vs Remote Railroad Switch Operator?

AspectRemote Railroad Freight ConductorRemote Railroad Switch Operator
CredentialsRailroad certification, safety trainingRailroad certification, safety training
Work EnvironmentOn trains, rail yards, remote monitoringRail yards, switching stations, remote control centers
Employer & Industry UsageRailroads, freight companiesRailroads, freight companies
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The Remote Railroad Freight Conductor and Remote Railroad Switch Operator roles both require railroad safety certifications and involve working within the rail industry. The conductor primarily oversees train operations and safety on freight trains, often working on the train itself or remotely monitoring. The switch operator focuses on managing track switches and routing trains within rail yards or switching stations remotely. While their responsibilities differ, both roles are essential for efficient freight movement and share similar credentials and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Remote Railroad Freight Conductor job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,580 per year, or $33 per hour.

Conductor

ARMY TRANSPORTATION

On-site, Remote

$30.72 - $35.85/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Summary
About the Position: 596th Transportation Brigade provides surface deployment and distribution services from Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point, Military Ocean Terminal Concord, the West Coast and Alaska, in order to project combat power and lethality and meet our nation's strategic objectives.
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Duties
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  • Monitors and directs the safe makeup, breakup, and movement of trains
  • Ensure railroad brakers are placed correctly
  • Pick up work lists; receive instructions by radio and relays information to railroad crews
  • Push, pull, lift, position and turn various braking, switching, and coupling devices
  • Perform duties as braker-switcher

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Conditions of employment
  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
  • The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted. Position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing.
  • In accordance with AR 690-11, this position has been designated as "Key" and shall not be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization. Incumbent must be exempted from recall to active duty .
  • This position has a requirement to lift up to 45 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
  • Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.
  • This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.
  • This position requires incumbent to obtain special license/certification requirement for Locomotive Engineer Certification within 12 months of hire.
  • Incumbent may be required to work irregular shifts.
  • This position has been designated "Mission Essential". In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
  • This position is subject to the provisions of the Lautenberg Amendment. This act bans individuals convicted of misdemeanor domestic violence and certain others from possession or access to firearms or ammunition.
  • This position requires incumbent to obtain special license/certification requirement for Locomotive Engineer Certification within 12 months of hire.

Qualifications
Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.
  • Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
  • Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)
  • Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce
  • Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
  • Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
  • Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
  • People with Disabilities, Schedule A
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
  • Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.
Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an Conductor without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common duties working as a Conductor crew member in charge on 120-ton diesel electric locomotives. I can monitor rail cars in holding areas and work areas. I have performed the duties of a barker-switcher. I receive and relay message to the crew for placement of cars. I am experienced with safety and movement regulations of railcars. I assist with the placement and sequence of railcars. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
  • Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen-out Element)
  • Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles) and Ability to Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle)
  • Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation)
  • Operation of Motor Vehicles
  • Reliability And Dependability
  • Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order)

  • Physical Efforts: Must use physical agility and effort in pushing, pulling, lifting, positioning and turning various braking, switching, and coupling devices; moving and lifting arms and devices to give signals; walking over rails and ties and running to perform tasks. Must be able to climb aboard locomotives and train cars, sometimes while they are moving or have slippery steps, rungs, and grab irons. Required to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds and put forth similar effort in pushing and removing obstacles from the railway.
  • Working Conditions: Works under many adverse conditions in both good and bad weather. Frequently exposed to loud noise, fumes and odors. Exposed to possible injuries from accidents. May wear protective clothing, such as safety shoes and gloves. Any unusual environmental working conditions that may arise will be compensated for under an appropriate category of the environmental pay regulation.

Additional information
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One-year probationary period may be required.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • This is a Logistics Career Field position.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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