Rail Yard Jockey Driver (Non-CDL)

Job overview

The Rail Yard Jockey Driver (Non-CDL) role is an onsite position at the Rutherford Rail Terminal in Harrisburg, PA. Pay starts at $20.50 per hour and rises to $22.44 per hour after one year; overtime is listed at $30.75 per hour, with annual earning potential of $55,000–$70,000 with overtime. The role supports rail-yard operations at a Norfolk Southern terminal, with employment directly through Pacific Rail Services. The driver moves trailers, containers, and chassis around the yard and assists with rail loading operations. Safe, coordinated movement of equipment and teamwork help keep terminal operations running smoothly.

What you'll do

• Drive jockey trucks to move trailers, containers, and chassis
• climb railcars, secure tracks, and handle connectors
• assist crane operators with hand signals
• stack and unstack chassis
• and load and unload racks.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

rail yard jockey driver

non-cdl

full-time

harrisburg pa

pacific rail services

$20.50–$22.44/hr

overtime $30.75/hr

rail terminal

jockey truck

8-hour shifts

weekend and holiday work

no diploma or ged required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Healthcare and vision after 60 days, free dental and life insurance, paid holidays, personal days and vacation, $100 boot reimbursement, 401(k), annual raises, and career growth opportunities.

Why this role

Entry-level opportunity with full training; no diploma or GED required. Requires age 18 or older, a valid driver's license, background check, drug test, physical capabilities test, and residence within 45 minutes of Harrisburg. Shifts are eight hours with possible four-hour holdover; start times are 6 PM and 10 PM. Weekends and holidays are required.

About the employer

Rail Management Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Support Activities for Rail Transportation. Sector: 48.