2025-11-14 – Weekly Railroad Jobs : Remote roles available this week!

Important Note: These jobs are posted in real-time and might expire. Please apply promptly.


This week, there’s a noticeable uptick in openings for railroad permitting specialists and track laborers, both critical roles that keep the industry moving smoothly. There’s also a rare chance for verified remote work, which isn’t something you see every day in this field.


This Week’s Jobs

  • Railroad Permitting Specialist
    Company: One Tech Engineering | Location: Morristown, NJ
    If you’ve got experience with railroad permitting compliance, this job could be a solid match. One Tech Engineering is looking for someone to handle permitting needs.
    Apply Here

  • Railroad Track Laborer (Trackman)
    Company: American Track | Location: Denver, CO
    This is hands-on work installing railroad tracks and embankments. A great role if you enjoy physical work and want to be directly involved in infrastructure projects.
    Apply Here

  • Railroad Track Laborer (Trackman)
    Company: American Track | Location: Lexington, NC
    Similar to the Denver role, this job involves building and maintaining railroad tracks. Perfect for those who like to work outdoors and see tangible results from their efforts.
    Apply Here

  • Lead Railroad Mechanic
    Company: All American Track | Location: Fairbanks, AK
    This family-owned company needs a lead mechanic. Be ready for extensive travel—up to 90%—but think of all the places you’ll see while working on diverse projects.
    Apply Here

  • Railroad Permitting Specialist - 25-00610
    Company: ESPO Corporation | Location: Morristown, NJ
    Another chance for permitting specialists to shine. This role focuses on supporting compliance and handling permitting needs, a crucial part of keeping operations running smoothly.
    Apply Here

  • Hi-Rail Railroad Technician
    Company: DeAngelo Contracting Services | Location: Rahway, NJ
    If maintenance is your forte, this role involves working with state DOTs and railroads across the nation. The job offers a wide variety of projects and clients.
    Apply Here

  • Hi-Rail Railroad Technician
    Company: DeAngelo Contracting Services | Location: Linden, NJ
    Similar to the Rahway role, this job is perfect for those who enjoy infrastructure maintenance. You’ll work with various clients, ensuring systems run safely and efficiently.
    Apply Here

  • Hi-Rail Railroad Technician
    Company: DeAngelo Contracting Services | Location: Elizabeth, NJ
    Join a team providing essential maintenance services. It’s a chance to work on a variety of projects across the country, meeting the needs of diverse clients.
    Apply Here

  • Freight Railroad Conductor - North Jersey
    Company: Conrail | Location: Newark, NJ
    For those who thrive on structure and safety, this conductor role involves compliance with FRA guidelines and random testing. A vital position for keeping freight moving.
    Apply Here

  • Freight Railroad Conductor - South Jersey
    Company: Conrail | Location: Camden, NJ
    Similar to the Newark role, conductors ensure safe and efficient freight transport. A key job for anyone who loves the rhythm and reliability of railroad work.
    Apply Here


Work From Anywhere (100% Verified)

Remote opportunities this week offer more flexibility, with roles in project management and engineering. If you’re looking to work from home or have a flexible schedule, check these out.

  • Project Manager (Railroad Bridge)
    Company: Olsson | Location: Fort Worth, TX
    Lead projects remotely on Olsson’s Railroad Bridge team. It’s a perfect fit if you have strong management skills and want to guide significant projects.
    Apply Here

  • Project Engineer 2 - Remote | WFH
    Company: Get It Recruit - Transportation | Location: Baton Rouge, LA
    This role involves designing and executing transportation projects. Ideal for licensed engineers in Louisiana who want to make a difference from anywhere.
    Apply Here

  • Project Engineer 2 - Remote | WFH
    Company: Get It Recruit - Transportation | Location: Baton Rouge, LA
    Another opportunity for licensed engineers passionate about infrastructure projects. A great fit for those who want to work on meaningful projects remotely.
    Apply Here

  • General Counsel Jobs JDHuntr 56326 Senior Counsel, Risk Manager (Hybrid), Los Angeles, CA
    Company: In House Jobs | JDHuntr | Location: Los Angeles, CA
    A hybrid role managing risk for capital projects and engineering services. A good fit for those with a legal background in real estate and transportation.
    Apply Here

  • In House Counsel Jobs New York | JDHuntr 56630 Real Estate Paralegal (Hybrid), Denver, CO
    Company: In House Jobs | JDHuntr | Location: Denver, CO
    This role involves negotiation with various parties, including railroad companies. It’s an interesting mix of legal work and industry-specific tasks.
    Apply Here

  • Specialist, Natural Gas Storage Facility - Contract
    Company: 174 Power Global | Location: Houston, TX
    Work with state regulators like the Railroad Commission of Texas. This contract role is ideal for those with a background in environmental compliance.
    Apply Here


See all urgent needs jobs here: See Urgent Needs Jobs
Explore remote jobs here: See Remote Jobs


That wraps up this week’s opportunities. Stay proactive and good luck with your applications. Until next time, keep pushing forward in your career journey.

For the remote permitting roles, have a prefilled utility occupancy packet ready and get eRailSafe done ahead of time (https://www.erailsafe.com) so you can hit submit faster than a green signal… I landed a short BNSF coordinator contract by sending a complete packet within an hour — “apply promptly” is real. Small caveat: some listings still want a DOT physical or RR-specific insurance cert, so double-check before you click.

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Got a remote permitting gig last month by attaching a one-page ‘railroad permit matrix’ (fees/lead times for BNSF, UP, state DOT rail divisions) so they knew I could move fast. For these rare verified remote roles, have vendor onboarding ready (W‑9, COI, ACH) since Class I portals can add 3–5 days. If it involves a crossing, include the USDOT number and this in your note: https://railroads.dot.gov/safety-data/crossing-and-track-inspection/grade-crossing-inventory.

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I keep a ready-to-send Right-of-Entry packet with milepost and crossing numbers (grabbed from the FRA crossing locator: https://safetydata.fra.dot.gov/OfficeofSafety/publicsite/crossing/crossing.aspx) plus a “RR Protective Liability” COI — reviewers move faster when it lands looking complete. If you’re eyeing the offsite roles, note your time zone and the carrier portals you already use (BNSF/UP), but expect the occasional kickoff day onsite — kind of like being remote until the train shows up.

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Pre-bind ‘Railroad Protective Liability’ — RPL delays kill rare remote openings; CSX ROE basics: https://www.csx.com/index.cfm/doing-business/real-estate/temporary-right-of-entry/…

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