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Ferraro Foods Inc

Yard Driver / Switcher

Edgewood, NY · On-site

$25.50/hr

At Ferraro Foods, our Yard Switchers play a critical role in maintaining the flow of trailers throughout our facility. From moving trailers safely in and out of dock doors to performing equipment ...

Ferraro Foods

Yard Driver / Switcher

Melville, NY · On-site

$25.50/hr

At Ferraro Foods, our Yard Switchers play a critical role in maintaining the flow of trailers throughout our facility. From moving trailers safely in and out of dock doors to performing equipment ...

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How much do yard switchers jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for yard switchers in the United States is $19.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Yard Switchers vs Rail Yard Workers?

AspectYard SwitchersRail Yard Workers
CredentialsTypically require a high school diploma and on-the-job trainingRequire similar credentials, often with additional certifications for safety and equipment operation
Work EnvironmentOperate in rail yards, switching railcars between tracksWork in rail yards, handling various tasks related to train assembly and maintenance
Employer & IndustryRailroads, freight companiesRailroads, freight and logistics companies
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared due to similar roles in rail yard operationsRelated but broader role involving more tasks

Yard Switchers primarily focus on moving railcars within the yard by switching tracks, requiring specific skills in operating switching equipment. Rail Yard Workers may perform a wider range of tasks, including assembling trains and maintaining yard equipment. Both roles are essential in rail logistics and share similar work environments and credentials, but Yard Switchers specialize in track switching operations.

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Infographic showing various Yard Switchers job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $39,879 per year, or $19.2 per hour.

Yard Switcher

National Retail Systems, Inc.

North Bergen, NJ • On-site

$24/hr

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

NRT knows what really matters to truck drivers: better pay, more home time, and new trucks. NRT totaled over 50 million road miles and prayed over 70,000 containers in 2017. We will keep you busy all year.  National Retail Transportation, Inc. is hiring full-time Yard Switchers in North Bergen, NJ. Drivers for the second shift make $23/Hour, and drivers working the third shift make $24/Hour. Up to 20 hours of overtime are available a week. Please contact a recruiter to learn more.
Summary:
  • Yard Switcher/Spotter Driver – North Bergen, NJ.
  • Full Time.
  • Home Daily.
  • $24 an Hour
  • Late Model Trucks.
  • Paid Vacation.
  • Paid Holidays.
  • Flexible Schedules.
  • No-touch freight.
  • Direct deposit available.
  • Full Benefits.

Responsibilities:
  • Safely moving trailers to and from the warehouse dock to yard locations in a timely and professional manner with daily reports.
  • Storing equipment in safe areas.
  • Notifying management of repairs that need to be made.

Requirements:
  • Class A CDL.
  • Safe driving record (MVR, CSA, and previous employment).
  • Ability to pass DOT pre-employment drug screening and meet DOT medical requirements. 
  • Good stable work record.
  • Current DOT physical.
  • At least 1 year of Tractor Trailer experience.

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