Careers

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Anacostia Rail Holdings Company is a respected and dynamic transportation company whose foundation is built on great people. We take pride in being a Company where employees enjoy working and believe the Company’s reputation and integrity are critical to sustainable success in the railroad industry.

The Company lists numerous career opportunities in train operations, administration, track and equipment maintenance, and management.

  • Medical, Prescription & Dental insurance
  • Vision Care
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Paid Personal days
  • 401k retirement plan with company match
  • Disability Insurance
  • Group term life insurance
  • Paid training
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Railroad workers are also covered by the federal Railroad Retirement Act, under which compensation is subject to railroad retirement taxes in lieu of a Social Security deduction. Even though railroad employees and employers pay somewhat more in railroad retirement payroll taxes than they would under Social Security, they earn higher retirement benefits compared to social security and, under certain circumstances, can retire at an earlier age with full benefits. Eligibility for railroad retirement benefits is based on an employee’s age and months of service in the railroad industry. Additional information is available at www.rrb.gov.

Anacostia is proud to be an EEO/Veteran/Disability employer. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO). It is Anacostia’s policy to not discriminate against any job applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex, disability, age, genetic information or characteristics (GINA), military or veteran status (past, present or prospective military service; USERRA- 38 U.S.C. 4311), citizenship status, or other statutorily protected categories covered by applicable law including federal, state or local law. The Company encourages and actively promotes hiring U.S. military veterans. Military experience provides a solid base for a career in the short-line railroad industry.

We are looking for qualified candidates who share our values. We are also proud to be an EEO/Veteran/Disability employer. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. Our current career opportunities are posted below. If you think you would be a good fit, click on the applicable link below and follow the directions in the “How to Apply” section to submit your resume.


Freight Railroad Assistant Engineer and Currently Certified Locomotive Engineer [PHL]

Qualified U.S. Military Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply; military experience may provide effective experience as a substitute for previous railroad experience.
No experience is required; however experienced and currently qualified conductors, locomotive engineers and other trades are strongly encouraged to apply.
Position Summary: Assists in safe movement of freight trains and switching of rail cars for various customers.
Pay: Pay rates are exact as specified by the union contract; there are no ranges.Student Assistant Engineers> $25.00/hr. while in training and $32.60/hr. after training is completed.

Currently Certified Locomotive Engineers> will be hired as Student Engineers [for PHL qualification training] at $36.78/hr. Hourly rate stays the same after training is completed.

 

Benefits:

  • Home every night.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO medical/dental coverage [PHL pays most of the total premium cost.]. Coverage for qualified dependents is also available.
  • Federal railroad retirement program [for more information about railroad retirement please go to www.rrb.gov.].
  • FREE telemedicine,
  • paid holidays, vacation and personal days,
  • 401k retirement plan with company match, and
  • company paid life insurance.

Railroad Track Worker [NYA]

Qualified U.S. Military Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Position Summary: Railroad track workers install new track, maintain existing track and track components and control vegetation on the right of way.

Salary: $25.23-$26.73/hour based on experience. $25.23/hour to start, $26.73 when a CDL is obtained. Additional pay increases are available when additional training certifications are obtained.

Benefits: The Company provides excellent benefits which include:

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield medical/dental care PPO,
  • FREE telemedicine, paid vacation and personal days,
  • 401k retirement plan with company match [eligible on first day]
  • Company paid life insurance and short term disability coverage.

Voluntary benefits include:

  • AFLAC
  • Vision coverage
  • Supplemental life insurance
  • Long term disability.

In addition, railroad workers are covered by a federal railroad retirement program. For more information about railroad retirement please go to www.rrb.gov.

Location: Glendale Queens, NY