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 | Hourly | $23.41 | $29.61 | $40.74 |
| Yearly | $48,696 | $61,592 | $84,721 | |
| United States | Hourly | $24.87 | $31.48 | $33.72 |
| Yearly | $51,730 | $65,480 | $70,130 | |