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 | $24.14 | $37.48 | $42.54 |
| Yearly | $50,216 | $77,960 | $88,485 | |
| United States | Hourly | $27.80 | $33.10 | $36.82 |
| Yearly | $57,820 | $68,840 | $76,590 | |