Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters
Role Overview
Coordinate activities of switch-engine crew within railroad yard, industrial plant, or similar location. Conductors coordinate activities of train crew on passenger or freight trains. Yardmasters review train schedules and switching orders and coordinate activities of workers engaged in railroad traffic operations, such as the makeup or breakup of trains and yard switching.
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Salary by State (top paying)
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Indiana | $82,460 |
| Florida | $82,060 |
| Delaware | $80,970 |
| Pennsylvania | $79,180 |
| Maryland | $78,190 |
| New York | $78,050 |
| Nebraska | $77,330 |
| Virginia | $76,720 |
| Iowa | $76,640 |
| Oklahoma | $76,040 |
| Montana | $75,990 |
| Illinois | $75,970 |
| Arizona | $74,160 |
| Michigan | $73,780 |
| South Carolina | $72,520 |
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Median Annual Salary
$74,080
Projected Growth (10yr)
+1.1%
Avg. annual openings
3.1k
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