Jockey Driver/Groundsperson

Pacific Rail Services; Wilmerding (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Life insurance

Paid holidays & personal days

401(k)

Weekly pay

Uniforms provided

Annual raises

Vacation pay

Union membership

Boot reimbursement

Job summary

Pacific Rail Services is seeking full-time Rail Terminal Operators for the Norfolk Southern Rail Terminal in Pittsburgh, PA. The role offers on-site work with a stable, growing industry and comprehensive training provided.

You will join a hands-on team responsible for moving trailers and rail cars, using hand signals for crane operations, and loading equipment in a fast-paced environment. Starting pay is $19.50 per hour with an annual earning potential of $50,000–$65,000.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license.
• Pass a 7-year background check.
• Pass drug test and physical capabilities test.
• Live within 45 minutes of Wall, PA (no relocation).

Responsibilities

• Operate jockey trucks to move 53-foot trailers, containers, and chassis.
• Climb on and off railcars, secure tracks, and handle connectors.
• Assist crane operators using hand signals.
• Stack/unstack chassis and load/unload racks.
• Work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Skills

Operate jockey trucks

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

Jockey trucks

Job description

Join Our Team as a Rail Terminal Operator – Pittsburgh, PA.

Pacific Rail Services is hiring full-time Rail Terminal Operators to work with us at the Norfolk Southern Rail Terminal in Pittsburgh, PA. This is a permanent position in a stable, recession-proof industry with excellent long-term career potential. No experience? No problem! We provide all the training you need to succeed.

If you’re ready for a hands-on role with great pay, benefits, and growth opportunities, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Operate jockey trucks to move 53-foot trailers, containers, and chassis.
• Climb on and off railcars, secure tracks, and handle connectors.
• Assist crane operators using hand signals.
• Stack/unstack chassis and load/unload racks.
• Work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Watch the Job Preview Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uriQMlaUUsI.

Pay

• Starting at $19.50/hr.
• Annual earning potential: $50,000–$65,000.

Schedule

• Tuesday–Friday: 5 PM – 1 AM
• Saturday: 12 PM – 8 PM
• Overtime available.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, dental, and low cost vision (after 60 days and the 1st of the month).
• Free company provided life insurance.
• Paid holidays and personal days.
• Boot reimbursement.
• 401(k).
• Yearly raises.
• Vacation pay.
• Weekly pay.
• Union membership.
• Company-provided uniforms.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license.
• Pass a 7-year background check (Felonies in the last 7 years or jail time in the last 5 years may disqualify applicants).
• Pass drug test and physical capabilities test.
• No diploma or GED required.
• Must live within 45 minutes of Wall, PA (no relocation assistance).

Note: You will be employed by Pacific Rail Services, not the railroad.

Great fit for candidates with experience in warehouse work, truck driving (CDL or non-CDL), delivery, outdoor labor, or landscaping.