Heavy Equipment & CDL Field Operator

CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator Location: Taneytown, MD Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire Starting Salary: $57,200.00, with higher pay possible based on experience Position

Overview

Seeking a CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator to support railroad emergency response and equipment operations. This position involves traveling to derailment sites, transporting and operating heavy equipment, assisting with re-railing and track work, and performing equipment maintenance. The role requires a strong work ethic, mechanical ability, and the flexibility to respond to emergency calls 24/7, including weekends and holidays.

CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator Location: Taneytown, MD Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire Starting Salary: $57,200.00, with higher pay possible based on experience Position

Overview

Seeking a CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator to support railroad emergency response and equipment operations. This position involves traveling to derailment sites, transporting and operating heavy equipment, assisting with re-railing and track work, and performing equipment maintenance. The role requires a strong work ethic, mechanical ability, and the flexibility to respond to emergency calls 24/7, including weekends and holidays.

Schedule &

Compensation

• 40 hours guaranteed each week
• Regular and overtime hours may average 60+ hours per week
• 24/7 on-call availability 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 available
• Hotel pay provided for qualifying travel
• Layover pay may apply when hours exceed scheduled work requirements
• Full-time position with benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with DOT regulations and company procedures.
• Operate tractor-trailers safely to and from job sites.
• Inspect transported equipment and loads and verify permits for overweight and oversize transportation.
• Participate in daily work planning and safety briefings.
• Load, unload, stage, and secure equipment and materials for field operations.
• Support railroad re-railing, load adjustment and transfer, track maintenance, repairs, and new construction activities.
• Assist with the assembly, inspection, setup, and operation of cranes and other heavy equipment.
• Assist with rigging chains, cables, and winches during railroad recovery operations.
• Operate equipment safely while maintaining awareness of coworkers, surroundings, and site conditions.
• Operate cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, and other equipment when qualified.
• Support specialty lifting, re-railing, load transfer, grading, track work, and railroad construction activities.
• Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools as required.
• Monitor equipment and vehicles to help maintain operational readiness and reduce downtime.
• Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle service and report more complex mechanical issues to the appropriate supervisor.
• Assist with equipment disassembly and loading at the completion of field assignments.
• Restock vehicles and equipment with required parts, components, and supplies.
• Sort scrap materials and place them in designated areas.
• Assist other departments or divisions when needed to meet operational requirements.
• Maintain clean, organized vehicles, equipment, and work areas.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a good driving record.
• Experience in construction labor or a similar physically demanding position.
• Ability to successfully complete required qualification, training, and safety programs.
• Ability to remain available 24/7 for emergency service calls, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work safely in outdoor and physically demanding environments. Preferred Experience 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment , including:
• Backhoe
• Bulldozer
• Excavator
• Front-end loader
• Grapple truck
• Rail-bound equipment
• Tractor
• Skid-steer loader An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. Pre-Employment

Requirements

• Drug screening
• Background check