20 Best railroad jobs (Hiring Now!)

Train Conductor
CPKC —Brownville, ME
Valid driver’s license required. CPKC provides 16 weeks of paid in-class and field training. This position requires you to be vigilant about the safety of…
$28.17 an hour
Railroad Track Foreman
Viking Track Services, LLC —Grand Forks, ND
The Track Foreman is responsible for the direction of crews involved in the construction, maintenance, and repair of railroad track.
$28 - $35 an hour
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Director of Rail Maintenance
RATP Dev USA —Washington, DC
Possesses a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. American Association of Railroads (AAR) M-1003 quality assurance auditor certification…
Estimated: $87.2K - $110K a year
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CDL Class A Truck Driver–LOCAL- HOME DAILY-Locomotive Fueling
Velocity Rail —Syracuse, NY
Velocity Rail Solutions drivers are paid to be fully loaded with red-dyed diesel to fuel trains on an "On-Call" basis by the Railroad. Pay you can count on!!!
$600 a week
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3d
CDL Class A Truck Driver–LOCAL- HOME DAILY-Locomotive Fueling and Servicing
Velocity Rail —Wheatland, WY
Velocity Rail Solutions drivers are paid to be fully loaded with red-dyed diesel, sand, water, and lube oil to fuel and service trains on an On-Call basis by…
$69,300 a year
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3d
Railroad (QMP) Certified Mechanic / Inspector
Mansour Group / RailPlan International —Raleigh, NC
Required expertise in troubleshooting electrical & mechanical issues with Locomotives. Company supplies all specialty tooling.
From $30 an hour
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Railroad Conductor / Utility Worker
East Brookfield & Spencer Railroad —Spencer, MA
Document repairs made, and parts used during the repair process. Inspect rail cars for standard defects that need repair.
From $27.84 an hour
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6d
Railroad Operations Manager
North Shore Scenic Railroad —Duluth, MN
Must hold a valid locomotive engineers license or be able to get one within one year of hiring. Coordinate the GCOR/USOR training for all crews and make sure…
$60,000 - $75,000 a year
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Railroad Bridge Construction Technician (Laborer) - Nationwide Traveling
Koppers Railroad Structures —Beaumont, TX
Operate 1/2' drill and generator, impact wrench, pneumatic tools, hydraulic tools and chain saw *Use lineman gear, D-handle spade (shovel), sharp shooter …
$22 - $25 an hour
10d
Construction laborer
Trackmasters, Inc —Davenport, IA
We install new railroad tracks, remove, replace and rebuild existing railroad tracks. 100% outside work with all types of weather.
$18.50 - $20.00 an hour
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Diesel Locomotive Electrician
Metro East Industries, Inc. —East Saint Louis, IL
Perform maintenance on electrical components in the locomotive cab or diesel electrical compartments. Capable use of hand and power tools, including pneumatic…
$25 - $32 an hour
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6d
Railroad Laborer
ITS Technology and Logistics, LLC —Maple Heights, OH
Able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Climbing up & down rail car ladders to lock & unlock intermodal containers.
$20.30 - $22.55 an hour
Railcar Prep
Road & Rail Services —Monticello, IN
Valid state driver's license. This a manual labor position outside in the weather elements. Identify repairs that can be performed by Road & Rail Services.
$17 an hour
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3d
Railroad Track Laborer (Trackman)
American Track —Milton, FL
The Railroad Trackman works as a crew member to maintain, repair, and replace rails, ties, switches, and ballast while using hand tools and operating heavy…
$20 - $22 an hour
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Railroad Safety Flagger BNSF North
RailPros —Missouri
*Industry Exposure:* Joining RailPros as a RWIC provides exposure to various aspects of railroad operations, safety standards, and regulatory compliance,…
$23.00 - $27.69 an hour
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11d
Mechanical Department Shift Supervisor
South Shore Line —Michigan City, IN
Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record. Exception: Will accept less supervisory experience if the candidate has an associate or bachelor’s degree…
$62,000 - $68,000 a year
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Railcar Laborer
TM Track Machines —Parsons, KS
Qualified candidates must have basic mechanical skills along with the willingness and ability to learn to use machines and tools required to weld, cut, and…
$16.50 an hour
Switchman - Gillette, WY
Watco —Gillette, WY
May make minor repairs to couplings, and air hoses and report any equipment requiring major repairs. Observes arm or lantern signal and moves controls to move…
$19 an hour
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Railroad Switchman
Road & Rail Services —Ste. Genevieve, MO
Valid state driver's license. An annual Steel Toe Boot allowance. The Switchman will work with crews to perform the safe switching of railcars, using locomotive…
$21 an hour
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Railroad Track Demolition Laborers
A&K Railroad Materials Inc —Ashtabula, OH
Overtime pay and all travel expenses covered during field assignments. Experience dismantling railroad by track by physical or mechanical means.
Estimated: $34.2K - $43.3K a year
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Train Conductor

CPKC - Brownville, ME

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Job Details

Full-time $28.17 an hour

Benefits

Retirement plan

Qualifications

Brake repair
English
3 years
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Driving
Air Brake Endorsement
Air brake
Communication skills

Full Job Description

CPKC has been engaged by CMQ to hire. We are hiring for June-September 2024.

$10,000 signing bonus for new hires.

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The conductor position is a foundational role in the railway and operates within the framework of the union agreement. A conductor works as a member of a train crew that assists in switching rail cars, making or splitting up trains in rail yards, or moving rail cars between rail yards. This position requires you to be vigilant about the safety of yourself and those around you. You must be prepared for unscheduled shift work, being away from home for extended periods of time and working outdoors in all types of weather.

Joining as a conductor can lead to career growth as a Yard Foreperson, Locomotive Engineer or management.

Wondering if the conductor role is right for you? Complete this Realistic Job Preview to see if you would be a good fit for the Conductor lifestyle. Watch this video to hear an employee’s perspective on what it takes to be a Conductor.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to perform work that can be physically demanding such as walking up to 6 miles a day on uneven ground, climbing up and down and lifting and pulling heavy objects (up to 80 pounds on occasion)
Willingness to work unscheduled shift work in a 24/7 operating environment
Working up to 12 hour shifts which include days, evenings, overnight, weekends and holidays
Ability to report to work within a two hour call window, after scheduled rest
Excellent focus, attention to detail and ability to multitask
Strong communication skills (provide clear and concise instructions/directions including over radio)
Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions for long periods of time
Must be able to pass the required physical job tasks for the job position, written examinations, read and understand safety instructions, read and understand operating rules and regulations and other written or printed material in English
Must be at least 18 years old
High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) required
Valid driver’s license required

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

Work in either train or yard service depending on seniority
Carry out specific instructions detailing a train's route and specific movements
Coordinate the switching of cars, including coupling and uncoupling cars and lifting out coupling device
Observe, interpret, and relay signals and other indications affecting movement of train
Signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using specific signals, or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back-up, set or release air brakes
Maintain a thorough understanding of and follow General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR), general orders and bulletins
Provide flag protection and relay signals to trains in an emergency situation
Move on and off moving or stationary equipment
Fill out forms including train orders and switch lists and prepare clear and legible reports
Handle emergency situations and operate fire extinguishers as well as be able to apply first aid techniques

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER

Flexible and competitive benefits package
Employer Funded Retirement Plan
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Annual Fitness Subsidy
Part-time Studies Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

TRAINING

CPKC provides 16 weeks of paid in-class and field training. Providing you with a solid understanding of our safety practices, rules and operations. You will earn $28.168 per hour in classroom training and a 5% pay increase every 6 months until reaching the full rate after 24 months - $35.21 per hour. The average conductor earns approximately $100,000 annually, with the ability to make up to $128,500.

MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS
Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. As this position is considered safety critical, successful candidates are required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision (including accurate color vision), hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessment. Pre-employment qualification drug test(s) are also required. Candidates will also be required to pass a drug test during the training process before receiving final qualification for the position.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:

Criminal history check
Driver’s License Verification
Last 3 years of driving history
Last 7 years of employment history; includes military service
Social Security number verification

CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Req ID: 102531
Department: Operations Southern Division
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Union
Location: Brownville Jct., Maine
Country: United States
% of Travel: 90-100%
# of Positions: 14
Job Available to: Internal & External

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