Rail Terminal Operator: Hands-On Start, Great Benefits

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

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.