Entry-Level Rail Yard Operator — Hands-On Training

Pacific Rail Services

Harrisburg (Dauphin County)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Affordable healthcare
Company provided life insurance
Paid holidays and vacation
$100 boot reimbursement
401K retirement plan with 3% company match
Career growth opportunities
Teamster Local 776 Union membership

Job summary

Pacific Rail Services is hiring an Entry-Level Union Rail Yard Operator at Norfolk Southern’s Rutherford Rail Terminal in Harrisburg, PA. This role offers full training and a starting salary of $20.50 per hour, with annual earnings potential of $55,000 to $70,000 including overtime.

Applicants must be 18 or older with a valid driver's license and live within 45 minutes of Harrisburg. Benefits include affordable healthcare, a 401K with company match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

  • Must be 18 or older with a valid driver's license.
  • Pass a 7-year background check.
  • Pass drug test and physical capabilities test.
  • No diploma or GED required.
  • Must live within 45 minutes of Harrisburg, PA.

Responsibilities

  • Drive jockey trucks to move trailers, containers, and chassis around the railyard.
  • Climb railcars and secure tracks for loading.
  • Assist crane operators with hand signals.
  • Stack and unstack chassis and load/unload chassis racks.
  • Work as part of a team to keep the yard running smoothly.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

Pacific Rail Services is hiring an Entry-Level Union Rail Yard Operator at Norfolk Southern’s Rutherford Rail Terminal in Harrisburg, PA. This role offers full training and a starting salary of $20.50 per hour, with annual earnings potential of $55,000 to $70,000 including overtime.

Applicants must be 18 or older with a valid driver's license and live within 45 minutes of Harrisburg. Benefits include affordable healthcare, a 401K with company match, and paid time off.

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