Rail Terminal Operator

Pacific Rail Services; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Free dental

Cheap vision benefits

Free life insurance

Paid holidays and personal days

Boot reimbursement

401(k) plan

Yearly raises

Vacation pay

Weekly pay

Job summary

A leading rail services provider is hiring for an entry-level Rail Terminal Operator position in Portland, OR. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of $55,000 – $70,000 per year, with opportunities for growth and benefits including medical coverage and 401(k) plans. No prior experience is needed as training will be provided on the job.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and possess a valid driver's license.
• Must pass a 7-year background check, a drug test, and a physical capabilities test.
• No GED or high school diploma required.
• Must currently live within a 45-minute commute of Portland, OR.

Job description

Pacific Rail Services – Rail Terminal Operator

Pacific Rail Services is hiring immediately for full-time permanent Rail Terminal Operators to join our team at the UP Brooklyn, OR Terminal in a recession‑proof industry! No experience is required in this entry‑level position as we will teach you everything you need to know to be successful on the job.

Copy and paste the following YouTube link to see what you’ll be doing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uriQMlaUUsI&feature=youtu.be

Pay

• Base salary: $55,000 – $70,000 per year (varies by skill and experience)
• Hourly pay in the first year: $55,000 – $70,000 (plus overtime)

Benefits

• Medical benefits begin after 60 days and the first of the month thereafter
• Additional benefits typically start after a 90‑day probationary period
• Affordable healthcare, free dental, cheap vision benefits
• Free life insurance
• Paid holidays and personal days
• Boot reimbursement
• 401(k) plan
• Yearly raises
• Vacation pay (received on yearly anniversary)
• Weekly pay

Job Location

UP Brooklyn, OR Terminal
1825 SE Holgate Blvd
Portland, OR 97202

Requirements

• Must be 18 years old and possess a valid driver’s license
• Must pass a 7‑year background check, a drug test, and a physical capabilities test
• No GED or high school diploma required
• Must currently live within a 45‑minute commute of Portland, OR (out‑of‑area candidates and those requiring relocation will not be considered)

About Pacific Rail Services

One of America’s largest intermodal terminal operators, Pacific Rail Services is part of Rail Management Services (RMS), which manages more than 60 U.S. intermodal and auto handling facilities. RMS is an FRA‑certified rail switching service provider and serves all U.S. Class 1 railroads. With more than three decades of experience, RMS focuses on providing the lowest cost and most efficient intermodal ramp services while maintaining a strong safety record.

Additional Information

We encourage referrals – they increase your chances of interviewing at Pacific Rail Services by 2x.

Seniority Level

Entry Level

Employment Type

Full‑time, Permanent

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing; Truck Transportation