Rail Terminal Operator

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Pacific Rail Services provided pay range

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Base pay range

$40,000.00/hr - $50,000.00/hr

Jumpstart Your Career with Rail Terminal Services – Join Our Team in Spokane, WA!

Ready to step into a stable, rewarding job in a recession-proof industry? Rail Terminal Services is hiring right now for a Hostler Driver / Groundperson position working with us at the BNSF Spokane, WA Rail Terminal—and we’re excited to bring YOU on board! No experience? No worries! This entry-level role comes with full on-the-job training—we’ll teach you everything you need to succeed.

Think of this as your chance to drive, learn, and grow in a dynamic role that combines Hostler Driver and Ground Person duties—all in one awesome job!

A Little About Us

You’ll be part of the Rail Terminal Services family (not the railroad itself)—a tight-knit crew with roots at  We’re all about growth, teamwork, and taking care of our people.

Live Close By? Perfect!

We’re looking for folks who already live within a 45-minute commute of Spokane, WA. (Sorry, out-of-area candidates or those needing relocation—we can’t consider you for this one.)

What Your Days (and Nights) Will Look Like

• Shifts include nights, weekends, and some holidays—flexibility is key!
• Expect 8-10 hour days in a fast-paced, outdoor setting.

Earn Big From Day One

• Starting Pay: $18.00/hr with the chance to earn $40,000-$55,000 in your first year (hello, overtime!).
• Weekly Pay:
  Get paid every week—no waiting around.

Perks You’ll Love

(Health benefits kick in after 60 days + the first of the month; other goodies start after your 90-day intro period.)

• Affordable healthcare, free dental, and low-cost vision coverage.
• Free life insurance—peace of mind included!
• Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation pay (earned on your yearly anniversary).
• Boot reimbursement and a 401K to help you save.
• Yearly raises and overtime opportunities to boost your paycheck.

What You’ll Be Doing

This isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure! You’ll:

• Drive a jockey truck, moving 53ft trailers, containers, and chassis around the rail yard like a pro.
• Get hands-on with ground duties—climbing railcars, securing tracks, and handling connectors.
• Team up with crane operators, guiding them with hand signals to load and unload equipment.
• Stack and unstack chassis, plus load/unload racks—every day’s a little different!
• Pitch in wherever needed in our fun, team-focused environment.

Want a sneak peek? Check out this You Tube video to see the action:

What We’re Looking For

• You’re 18+ with a valid driver’s license (no CDL needed!).
• You can pass a 7-year background check (no felonies in the last 7 years, jail/parole/probation in the last 5, or pending charges).
• You’ll ace a drug test and a physical capabilities test.
• No GED or diploma required—just bring strong communication skills and a can-do attitude!

No Railroad Experience? No Problem!

If you’ve worked in a warehouse, driven deliveries, operated a forklift, or tackled outdoor jobs like landscaping or laboring, this could be your perfect fit.

Ready to Roll?

Apply today and let’s get you started on a career that moves! For more about us and our family companies, visit

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.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Truck Transportation

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