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4. Railroad Conductors And Yard Masters

Railroad conductors supervise train crews and are responsible for the safety of the passengers and crew who ride on their trains. Some conductors, known as road service conductors, work on trains that carry passengers or freight locally or long distances. Other conductors work in the train yard and are called yard conductors or yard masters.

Hourly: $26.70

Annual: $55,530