Connecticut Railroad Jobs
Connecticut railroading has been around since the industry’s infancy during the first half of the 19th century. While the Constitution State has never had many miles of railroad it has held its importance in the Northeastern rail system throughout the years. Today, Connecticut railroading is best known for its passenger rail network, notably Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor including Metro-North and Shore Line East, which also play important parts in keeping commuters heading to and from the workplace. If you have never worked for a railroad or know much about the industry please let me warn you that a career in the field is not for the faint of heart. Railroading is tough work and takes a dedicated breed not only to handle the physical demands required but also the mental fatigue, as working 12-hour, seven-day-a-week shifts is normal (and overtime is mandatory). While a more predictable work schedule does come with seniority, don’t expect it to happen within a short period of time. Some railroaders wait 20 years or more to land a “9 to 5” workday, which usually consists of working yard or local jobs. There is a reason why railroaders say that railroading becomes a lifestyle, its not just saying! Having said that, if you are able to hire on with a shortline (Class III) or regional (Class II) railroad the opportunity for a more predictable schedule is very likely although the pay is not quite as good. Having said that below is a list of many railroads operating in Connecticut: Amtrak (Our nation's intercity passenger rail carrier serves Connecticut.) CSX Transportation Branford Steam Railroad Central New England Railroad Connecticut Southern Railroad Housatonic Railroad Naugatuck Railroad New England Central Railroad Pan Am Railways Providence and Worcester Railroad Metro-North Railroad Shore Line East Valley Railroad For more information about shortline railroads that serve Connecticut please click here to visit the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association's website. Also, please visit the shortline railroad guide here at the site to learn more about some of the above shortline companies. Lastly, to search for Connecticut railroad jobs directly please use the below search box from Indeed.com.
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