Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostler Career

Job Description: Drive switching or other locomotive or dinkey engines within railroad yard, industrial plant, quarry, construction project, or similar location.


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Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostler Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$52,320

Median Hourly Wage

$25.15*

Total Employed Nationally

4,530


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.