Rail Operator Jockey Driver Job at Rail Management Services, Harrisburg, PA

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  • Rail Management Services
  • Harrisburg, PA

Job Description

Now Hiring: Jockey Drivers – Harrisburg, PA

Start your career in a recession-proof industry with Pacific Rail Services. We’re hiring immediately for entry-level Jockey Drivers at the Industrial Rd Norfolk Southern Railyard. No experience needed — we’ll train you on the job.

You’ll be working directly with Pacific Rail Services (not the railroad).

What You’ll Be Doing:

This role combines Hostler Driver and Ground Person duties:

  • Drive jockey trucks to move 53ft trailers, containers, and chassis.
  • Climb on/off railcars, lock/unlock tracks, and handle inner box connectors.
  • Assist packer operators using hand signals.
  • Stack/unstack chassis and load/unload chassis racks.
  • Perform other yard duties as needed.


See what you'll be doing and watch this Job Preview Video:

Pay & Raises:

  • Starting pay: $19.50/hr.
  • Overtime : $29.25/hr.
  • 2 raises in your first year, 2 in your second year, then annual raises.
  • Earn $55,000–$70,000 annually with overtime.


Shift Options:

Choose between:

  • 4 days/week (up to 12 hours/day) with 3 days off.
  • 5 days/week (up to 12 hours/day) with 2 days off.
  • After 60 days, a mandatory 6th day may be required.

Current Shift Start Times:

  • 5:00 PM


Benefits:

  • Medical and vision (starts after 60 days and the first of the following month).
  • Free dental and life insurance.
  • Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation.
  • $100 boot reimbursement.
  • 401K available.
  • Career advancement opportunities (packer operator, foreman, supervisor, management).


Requirements:

  • No jockey experience needed.
  • Must be 18+ with a valid driver’s license.
  • Pass a 7-year background check.
    • Felonies in the last 7 years, jail time, parole, or probation in the last 5 years may disqualify.
  • Pass a drug test and a physical capabilities test.
  • No GED or diploma required.
  • Strong communication skills.


Important: You must live within 45 minutes of Harrisburg, PA . Relocation candidates will not be considered.

Ready to Apply?:
Join a team that values hard work, offers stability, and helps you grow. Apply today and start your journey with Pacific Rail Services.

About Rail Management Services:

One of America’s largest intermodal terminal operators, with more than 60 U.S. intermodal and auto handling facilities. Rail Management Services (RMS) is one of the largest suppliers of intermodal ramp services in the United States handling over 9 million lifts per year. An FRA certified rail switching service provider, RMS serves all U.S. Class 1 railroads. With more than three decades of experience focused on facilitating the railroad motor carrier interface, RMS has been the lowest cost and most efficient providers while maintaining one of the best safety records in the industry. Today RMS subsidiaries include Pacific Rail Services, Pacific Trailer Repair Services, Rail Terminal Services, Terminal Switching Services and PRS Auto.

Job Tags

Full time, Immediate start, Relocation, Trial period, Shift work,

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