Rail Loader Career

*A job as a Rail Loader falls under the broader career category of Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders : Load and unload chemicals and bulk solids, such as coal, sand, and grain, into or from tank cars, trucks, or ships, using material moving equipment. May perform a variety of other tasks relating to shipment of products. May gauge or sample shipping tanks and test them for leaks.


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Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loader Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$60,530

Median Hourly Wage

$29.10*

Total Employed Nationally

11,400


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2024 wage data and 2023-2033 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2023-2033). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.