What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rail Hostler Driver / Ground Person position at Rail Management Services?
Pacific Rail Services is looking for Driver Laborers to join our team at the West Springfield, MA Railyard. This is a recession-proof, essential job with long-term stability and great earning potential. No experience? No problem! We’ll train you on everything you need to succeed.
- Operate a jockey truck to maneuver 53ft trailers, containers, and chassis within the yard.
- Perform ground duties including climbing railcars, managing track locks, and handling Inner Box Connectors (IBCs).
- Assist in loading/unloading equipment with packer operators using hand signals.
- Participate in stacking/unstacking chassis and managing chassis racks.
- Other tasks as assigned. The position includes the duties of both a Hostler Driver & a Ground Person.
- Starting Pay: $19/hr.
- After Training: $20/hr (typically after 2–3 months).
- Annual Earnings: $50,000–$65,000 with overtime.
- Shifts: Day & Night shifts available (10–12 hour days, up to 6 days/week).
Benefits You’ll Receive: Medical benefits begin after 60 days and the first of the following month. Other benefits start after your 90-day probation.
- Affordable Healthcare.
- Free Dental & Life Insurance.
- Low-cost Comprehensive Vision Coverage.
- 6 Paid Holidays & Personal Days.
- $60 Boot Reimbursement.
- 401K Retirement Plan.
- Yearly Raises.
- Vacation Pay (on your yearly anniversary).
- Weekly Paychecks.
What You Need to Apply:
- Must be 18 years old with a valid Driver’s License.
- Able to pass a 7-year background check, drug test, and Physical Capabilities Test.
Apply Online Today!
Terminal Location:
- Springfield Terminal.
- 151 Day St..
- West Springfield, MA.
You will be employed directly by Pacific Rail Services and will not be considered an employee of the railroad.
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.
Salary : $50,000 - $65,000
