Rail Terminal Hostler Driver

Rail Management Services; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable healthcare & vision

Free dental & life insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

$100 boot reimbursement

401K available

Union membership

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

A leading rail terminal operations company is hiring Entry-Level Rail Terminal Jockey Drivers in Croxton, NJ. No CDL or prior experience is required, and full training will be provided. The role includes operating jockey trucks and assisting in various tasks throughout a fast-paced environment. Competitive starting pay and benefits are available, along with opportunities for advancement in a recession-proof industry.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ with valid driver’s license.
• No experience required, but driving or labor experience preferred.
• Pass a background check, drug test, and physical capabilities test.

Responsibilities

• Operate jockey trucks to move trailers and containers.
• Perform ground duties: climb railcars and secure tracks.
• Assist crane operators using hand signals.

Skills

Outdoor working ability

Driving skills

Team support

Job description

Overview

Entry-Level Rail Terminal Jockey Driver – Croxton, NJ. Join Pacific Rail Services (PRS), a leader in rail terminal operations known for stability and excellence. We're hiring Entry-Level Jockey Drivers — no CDL or prior experience required. Full training provided!

Location: Norfolk Southern Railyard – Croxton, NJ.

Employment Type: Direct hire (you will be employed by PRS and will not be considered a railroad employee).

Compensation:

• Start: $19.60/hr.
• 1 Year: $21.60/hr.
• 2 Years: $24.00/hr.
• Annual Potential: $55,000–$70,000 with overtime.

Shifts Available:

• 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
• 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
• 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM.

Shifts are 8 hours with mandatory OT as needed.

What You’ll Do

• Operate jockey trucks to move 53ft trailers, containers, and chassis.
• Perform ground duties: climb railcars, secure tracks, handle IBCs.
• Assist crane operators using hand signals.
• Stack/unstack chassis and load/unload chassis racks.
• Support team operations in a fast-paced environment.

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

Qualifications

• No experience required (outdoor, driving, or labor experience preferred).
• Must be 18+ with valid driver’s license.
• Pass 7-year background check, drug test, and physical capabilities test.
• No GED/diploma required.
• Must live within 45 minutes of Croxton, NJ (no relocation).

Benefits

• Affordable healthcare & vision (after 60 days).
• Free dental & life insurance.
• 6 paid holidays, personal days & vacation.
• $100 boot reimbursement.
• 401K available.
• Union membership (UFCW 464A).
• Advancement opportunities: lift operator, foreman, supervisor, management.

Why Join Us?

• Hands-on, outdoor work.
• Entry-level with growth potential.
• Recession-proof industry.
• Stable, long-term career path.

Start your journey with Pacific Rail Services today. Apply now and build a career from the ground up!