Seeking a Class A CDL Equipment Operator to support railroad emergency response, rerailing, and recovery operations. This field-based position involves commercial driving, heavy equipment operation, material handling, rigging, and hands-on railroad work.
Driving is only one part of the role. During non-emergency periods, team members may assist with equipment servicing, preventive maintenance, shop activities, and safety training.
Key Duties: Perform DOT-required inspections before and after operating trucks, trailers, and equipment.
Safely move equipment, machinery, and materials between work locations.
Inspect transported loads and verify required permits for oversized or overweight equipment.
Participate in daily planning meetings and safety briefings.
Load, unload, position, and stage equipment and materials for railroad and rerailing operations.
Assist with: Train rerailing
Load adjustment and transfer
Railroad car maintenance and repair
Track maintenance and repairs
New track construction
Assist with crane assembly, setup, inspection, and operation.
Perform rigging tasks using chains, cables, and winches.
Operate and assist with heavy equipment, including: Cranes
Backhoes
Bulldozers
Excavators
Front-end loaders
Grapple trucks
Dump trucks
Rail-bound equipment
Tractors
Skid-steer loaders
Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools.
Monitor trucks and equipment for safe and reliable operation.
Complete and document minor equipment and vehicle servicing.
Assist with equipment disassembly, loading, transportation, and post-job cleanup.
Maintain adequate supplies, parts, and components in vehicles and equipment.
Keep work areas, vehicles, tools, and equipment clean and organized.
Follow all applicable safety procedures and requirements.
Provide support to other crews and departments when needed.
Qualifications: Valid
Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a good driving record.
Experience in construction, equipment operation, or physically demanding field work.
Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and effectively.
Ability to successfully complete required qualifications, training, and safety programs.
Must be available for 24/7 emergency response
, including weekends and holidays.
Comfortable performing physical field work and working extended hours when necessary.
Preferred Experience: 3+ years of heavy equipment operating experience
, including: Backhoes
Bulldozers
Excavators
Front-end loaders
Grapple trucks
Rail-bound equipment
Tractors
Skid-steer loaders
Equivalent combinations of relevant training and hands-on experience may be considered.
Schedule & Compensation: 40 hours guaranteed per week.
Typical workweeks average
60+ hours
, with some weeks reaching approximately
70 hours.
Hours worked outside
Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM are paid at the applicable
1.5x overtime rate.
Per diem, hotel expenses for travel, and layover pay may be available when applicable.
24/7 on-call availability is required for emergency response.
Pre-Employment Requirements: Drug screening
Background check
Required qualification and safety testing
Interview: Candidates should bring steel-toed boots to the interview.
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