Rail Jockey Driver

Rail Management Services; York Haven (York County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays + vacation

Free life insurance

Boot money

Teamsters Local 776 union

Job summary

Pacific Rail Services is hiring for a Rutherford Rail Yard role in Harrisburg, PA. You’ll drive jockey trucks, move trailers, and support railcar operations in an active outdoor setting. No CDL needed; training provided. Expect overtime, annual raises, and a path from operator to foreman with room to grow.

The job emphasizes physical work, weekend/holiday shifts, and early starts with 100% union backing across North America.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ with a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to perform physical labor outdoors.
• Pass background check, drug screen, and physical capabilities test.

Responsibilities

• Drive jockey trucks and move trailers, containers and chassis around the yard.
• Climb on/off railcars, assist cranes, and help keep trains moving.
• Work outdoors, stay active, and see tangible results each shift.

Job description

$55,000 - $70,000+ per year | Full Training Provided | No CDL or Experience Needed!

Ready for a real career that pays great, comes with union protection, and is 100% recession-proof, and keeps America moving every single day? We'll teach you everything you need to know in order to be successful on the job.

We’re hiring motivated people to join the PRS team at the Norfolk Southern Rutherford Rail Yard in Harrisburg, PA.

What You’ll Do:

• Drive jockey trucks and move trailers, containers, & chassis around the yard.
• Climb on and off railcars, help the cranes, and keep the trains rolling.
• Work outdoors, stay active, and see real results every shift.
• Be part of something essential – when we stop, the country feels it!

Watch a 3-minute job overview video here (copy and paste)

Money That Adds Up Fast:

• Start at $20.50/hr Overtime at $30.75/hr.
• Automatic raise on Aug 1, 2026 and another after 6 months.
• Hit $22.44/hr after your first year.
• Most drivers easily clear $55k- $70k+ a year with OT (many make even more!).

Benefits That Actually Have Your Back:

• Medical, dental & vision (starts just 60 days and the 1st of the month after hire).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid holidays + generous vacation time.
• Free life insurance + employee assistance program.
• $100 yearly boot money.
• Full Teamsters Union Local 776 membership real job security & extra perks.

Grow As Far As You Want: Top performers move up: Lift Operator to Foreman to Management. We love promoting from within and we have over 100 locations in North America if you’re looking to relocate.

Shifts We’re Hiring For Right Now:

• 06:00 PM Start.
• 10:00 PM Start.

5 days/week, 8-hour shifts + mandatory overtime required (up to 12-hours per day). Yes, weekends & holidays are part of the schedule – that’s how you max out your paycheck! Remember, the Railroad operates 24/7/365.

You’re a Great Fit If You:

• Are 18+ with a valid driver’s license.
• Enjoy physical work and being outside.
• Live within ~45 minutes of Harrisburg.
• Can pass a background check, drug screen, and physical capabilities test.

(No experience? No problem – we train you from day one and pay you while you learn!)

You’ll work directly for Pacific Rail Services (great company, union backing, not the railroad).

This add reflects the Rutherford Railyard only. Other terminals may offer different rates & benefits.