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<strong>Pacific Rail Services is hiring right now for a full-time Rail Terminal Operator position working at the Norfolk Southern Terminal in Pittsburgh, PA. This is a permanent role in a stable, recession-proof industry, offering long-term career potential. No prior experience is needed—we’ll provide all the training you need to succeed. If you're ready to start a hands-on job with great pay and benefits, we’d love to hear from you.<br><br></strong><strong>What You’ll Do<br><br></strong>This role combines driving and ground work:<br><br><ul><li>Operate a jockey truck to move 53-foot trailers, containers, and chassis.</li><li>Climb on and off railcars, secure tracks, and handle connectors.</li><li>Assist crane operators using hand signals.</li><li>Stack and unstack chassis, load and unload racks.</li><li>Perform other duties in a fast-paced, team environment.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Watch The Job Preview Video<br><br></strong>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uriQMlaUUsI<br><br><strong>Pay And Schedule<br><br></strong><ul><li>Starting at $19.00/hr</li><li>Overtime available</li><li>Potential to earn 50,000 to 65,000 dollars per year</li><li>Must be available for night and weekend shifts<br><br></li></ul><strong>Benefits<br><br></strong><ul><li>Medical, dental, and vision (starting after 60 days)</li><li>Free life insurance</li><li>Paid holidays and personal days</li><li>Boot reimbursement</li><li>401K</li><li>Yearly raises</li><li>Vacation pay</li><li>Weekly pay</li><li>Union membership</li><li>Company-provided uniforms<br><br></li></ul><strong>Requirements<br><br></strong><ul><li>Valid driver’s license.</li><li>Pass a 7-year background check.</li><li>No felonies in the last 7 years or jail time in the last 5 years.</li><li>Pass a drug test and physical capabilities test.</li><li>No diploma or GED required.</li><li>Must live within 45 minutes of the terminal (Wall, PA)</li><li>No relocation assistance provided.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Apply Now<br><br></strong>Send your resume in response to this post<br><br><strong>Or Apply In Person At<br><br></strong><strong>NS Pittsburgh Railroad<br><br></strong>701 Wall Ave<br><br>Wall, PA 15148<br><br><strong>Note</strong>: You will be employed by Pacific Rail Services, not the railroad.<br><br><strong>Great fit for those with experience in </strong>warehouse work, truck driving (CDL or non-CDL), delivery, outdoor labor, or landscaping.<br><br><strong>About Rail Management Services<br><br></strong>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.

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