Railroad CDL-A Equipment Specialist
Opens the original job posting in a new tab.
Job description
CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Railroad Field Operations Job Type: Full-Time Hire with
Benefits
Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed weekly; significant overtime, with an average of 60+ combined regular and overtime hours per week Availability: 24/7 emergency response, including weekends and holidays Pay: Starting at $26/hour; higher starting rates may be available based on experience. Hours worked outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM are paid at time-and-a-half. Additional compensation may include per diem, hotel pay for travel, and layover pay when applicable.
Position
Summary
We are seeking a Class A CDL Heavy Equipment Operator for regional field work supporting railroad recovery and construction activities. The role combines commercial driving, heavy equipment operation, material handling, and hands-on field support.
Responsibilities
may include railroad rerailing, railcar maintenance and repair, load adjustment or transfer, track maintenance, track repair, grading, and new construction. CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Railroad Field Operations Job Type: Full-Time Hire with
Benefits
Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed weekly; significant overtime, with an average of 60+ combined regular and overtime hours per week Availability: 24/7 emergency response, including weekends and holidays Pay: Starting at $26/hour; higher starting rates may be available based on experience. Hours worked outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM are paid at time-and-a-half. Additional compensation may include per diem, hotel pay for travel, and layover pay when applicable.
Position
Summary
We are seeking a Class A CDL Heavy Equipment Operator for regional field work supporting railroad recovery and construction activities. The role combines commercial driving, heavy equipment operation, material handling, and hands-on field support.
Responsibilities
may include railroad rerailing, railcar maintenance and repair, load adjustment or transfer, track maintenance, track repair, grading, and new construction. Schedule & Pay
- 40 hours guaranteed per week
- Regular and overtime hours average 60+ hours per week
- 24/7 on-call rotation for emergency response, including weekends and holidays
- Hours worked outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM are paid at time-and-a-half
- Per diem for qualifying assignments
- Hotel expenses provided for travel
- Layover pay when applicable
What You'll Do
- Perform DOT-required pre- and post-trip inspections on trucks, trailers, and equipment
- Drive tractor-trailers to and from work sites and safely transport equipment and materials
- Inspect loads and verify permits for oversize and overweight equipment
- Participate in daily job planning and safety meetings
- Load, unload, stage, secure, and transport equipment and materials
- Support train derailment recovery and re-railing operations
- Assist with railroad car maintenance/repair, load adjustment and transfer, track maintenance, repairs, new builds, and grading
- Help assemble, inspect, rig, and operate cranes and other equipment
- Connect and work with chains, cables, and winches during derailment operations
- Operate equipment including cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, bulldozers, front-end loaders, rail-bound equipment, tractors, and skid-steer loaders
- Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools
- Monitor vehicles and equipment for safe and reliable operation
- Perform and document minor maintenance and report more complex mechanical issues
- Assist with crane and equipment disassembly and loading after assignments
- Restock vehicles and equipment with necessary parts, components, and supplies
- Sort scrap materials and maintain organized work areas
- Keep vehicles, equipment, and job sites clean and properly maintained
- Follow all required safety procedures and remain aware of coworkers and surroundings
- Assist other departments or teams as needed
Requirements
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A)
- Good driving record
- Construction labor or similar physically demanding work experience
- Ability to complete required qualification, training, and safety programs
- Availability for 24/7 emergency response , including weekends and holidays
- Ability to work safely in an active field environment Preferred Experience
- 3+ years of heavy equipment operation , including:
- Backhoe
- Bulldozer
- Excavator
- Front-end loader
- Grapple truck
- Rail-bound equipment
- Tractor
- Skid-steer loader
- Equivalent combination of training and experience will also be considered Pre-Employment
Requirements
- Drug screening
- Background check