Shortline Sammie Wrote:
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> John Pindell Wrote:
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> > Pay is actually pretty decent for a shortline
> just
> > doing switching ops. However, the work
> locations
> > and varying schedule leave a lot to be desired
> and
> > really make it not worth the wage. Especially
> if
> > you have to be on call as it states in the
> > description. I would bet you're not going to
> get
> > any kind of guarantee or standby pay...just be
> > expected to show up when called. And remote
> > control? Probably means 1 man
> crews...definitely
> > not safe! I can't seem to find any information
> or
> > a website on "Columbia Rail Group" either.
> >
> > I agree with Hoghead, probably best to stay
> away
> > from this one.
> >
> > JP
>
> So just what is considered "decent pay" in the
> shortline industry these days?
>
> Sammie

Something more than minimum wage?