Pay is better with major railroads or companies that have union contracts.
Full-time operators often receive health insurance, paid leave, and a retirement plan.
Railroad brake, signal, and switch operators and locomotive firers (SOC 53-4022)
| Location |
Pay Period | |
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| 25% |
Median |
75% |
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| Illinois | Wage data for this occupation are not available. | |||
| United States | Hourly | $29.15 | $32.47 | $33.72 |
| Yearly | $60,640 | $67,540 | $70,140 | |