Important Note: These jobs are posted in real-time and might expire. Please apply promptly.
This week, the railroad job market is buzzing with opportunities, particularly in technical and inspection roles. There’s a noticeable demand for technicians across multiple states, highlighting a critical need for skilled professionals. On the brighter side, remote work options are expanding, offering flexibility for those who can work from home.
This Week’s Jobs
Railroad Labor Company: Wise Staffing Group | Location: Knoxville, TN
This role offers a hands-on experience on the railroad for $17 per hour. Perfect for those who are motivated and ready to dive into the field. Apply Here
Railroad Crossing Technician Company: DeAngelo Contracting Services | Location: Salt Lake City, UT
This position involves infrastructure and maintenance work for state DOTs and railroads. It’s a great fit if you’re into technical contracting services. Apply Here
Railroad Spike Inspector Company: Quality Machine & Fab | Location: Tulsa, OK
Work with a manufacturing company in Sand Springs inspecting spikes. Great for detail-oriented individuals with a knack for quality control. Apply Here
Railroad Track Inspector Company: American Track | Location: Denver, CO
A senior role ensuring track functionality aligns with federal safety standards. Ideal for someone with significant inspection experience. Apply Here
CDL Hi-Rail Railroad Technician Company: DeAngelo Contracting Services | Location: Sacramento, CA
Join a team providing maintenance services for railroads and state DOTs. A CDL is required, and the role involves significant travel. Apply Here
CDL Hi-Rail Railroad Technician Company: DeAngelo Contracting Services | Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Another opportunity with DeAngelo, focusing on infrastructure services. A great choice for those with a CDL looking to work across the U.S. Apply Here
CDL Hi-Rail Railroad Technician Company: DeAngelo Contracting Services | Location: North Platte, NE
This role requires a CDL and involves working with state DOTs and railroads nationwide. Ideal for those who enjoy travel and technical work. Apply Here
CDL Hi-Rail Railroad Technician Company: DeAngelo Contracting Services | Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Work with a contracting company providing comprehensive services to railroads. A CDL is necessary, and the position involves extensive travel. Apply Here
CDL Hi-Rail Railroad Technician Company: DeAngelo Contracting Services | Location: El Reno, OK
Engage in infrastructure maintenance with a company servicing railroads and DOTs across the nation. A valid CDL is required. Apply Here
CDL Hi-Rail Railroad Technician Company: DeAngelo Contracting Services | Location: Cheyenne, WY
If you have a CDL and enjoy working in diverse locations, this is the job for you. The role involves working with state and commercial clients. Apply Here
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Remote work is gaining traction in the railroad industry, offering flexibility and the chance to work from home. Here’s what’s available:
Manager, Loram Metro Services Company: Loram | Location: Hamel, MN
Oversee maintenance applications and strategy delivery in digital asset management. This position is key for global consultancy efforts. Apply Here
Project Engineer (Rail Track) Company: Olsson | Location: Omaha, NE
Design and manage railroad track projects with a focus on freight and commuter railroads. Previous engineering experience required. Apply Here
Project Engineer 2 - Remote | WFH Company: Get It Recruit - Transportation | Location: Baton Rouge, LA
Lead railroad and transportation infrastructure projects in Louisiana. A great role for licensed engineers with a passion for design. Apply Here
Project Engineer 2 - Remote | WFH Company: Get It Recruit - Transportation | Location: Baton Rouge, LA
If you’re licensed in Louisiana and love designing infrastructure projects, this role offers a chance to lead exciting initiatives. Apply Here
OSP Permit Specialist I Company: Utilities One | Location: Voorhees, NJ
Handle traffic control and environmental permitting, with exposure to telecom engineering. A good fit for those familiar with permitting processes. Apply Here
General Counsel Jobs JDHuntr 56326 Senior Counsel, Risk Manager (Hybrid) Company: In House Jobs | JDHuntr | Location: Los Angeles, CA
Work on capital projects and real estate services, with a salary range of $168,730 to $263,491. Ideal for experienced legal professionals. Apply Here
In House Counsel Jobs New York | JDHuntr 56630 Real Estate Paralegal (Hybrid) Company: In House Jobs | JDHuntr | Location: Denver, CO
Negotiate with third parties and manage legal processes for real estate transactions, with a salary range of $80,000 to $110,000. Apply Here
Landed a remote NDT QA contract in November by attaching my Level II MT/PT certs and one redacted report — ‘apply promptly’ mattered because it closed the same day. Small caveat: a lot of ‘remote’ listings still expect 1–2 yard visits a month, so ask about travel/PPE stipends; anyone else seeing more PTC support mixed into technician roles?
Seeing the surge in remote inspection roles — set alerts and keep one PDF ready (certs, availability, tools) so you can ‘apply promptly’ within minutes; these real-time posts expire fast. @baker20’s right, but confirm what ‘remote’ means — many still expect 20–30% travel for site walkdowns.
Quick example: I added a single header line on my resume with availability, key creds (RWP + GCOR), and rate, and it noticeably boosted callbacks on these ‘real-time’ postings because recruiters can triage fast. Small caveat: some portals strip notes, so I mirror that line in the PDF filename (AndrewWhite_RWP-GCOR_Immediate.pdf).
Quick tip from last week: I attached a heavily redacted FRA Part 213 inspection log snippet — a trailer, not the whole movie — with my applications and got callbacks for two remote track-inspector gigs within a day. If your employer bans sharing, a single blurred defect-ticket screenshot works, and add your time zone plus “travel up to 30%” so they don’t assume 24/7 on-call, @lindsey83.
I’ve had the best luck on these “real-time” posts by setting up RSS alerts from carrier job pages piped through IFTTT to SMS, so I can apply within minutes and call out my remote setup (ArcGIS/Maximo, 200 Mbps, webcam) in the first line. Small caveat: some ATS don’t play nice with mobile, so I fire a quick placeholder from my phone and finish the full application on desktop within the hour.
I’ve snagged two remote interviews by targeting OEMs/contractors, not just carriers — lots of “compliance” and inspection roles are tagged remote; start with Wabtec’s board: https://careers.wabtec.com… Caveat: many “remote” listings still expect 40–70% regional travel, so ask about territory up front — your truck may be the office.