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CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Railroad Operations
otherTaneytown, MD
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CDL-A Railroad Equipment Operator – Taneytown, MD Location: Taneytown, MD Job Type: Direct Hire Schedule: Full-time | 40 hours guaranteed | Average 60+ hours/week with overtime Starting Pay: $26.00/hour — higher depending on experience We are hiring a Class A CDL driver/operator
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CDL-A Railroad Equipment Operator – Taneytown, MD
Location: Taneytown, MD
Job Type: Direct Hire
Schedule: Full-time | 40 hours guaranteed | Average 60+ hours/week with overtime
Starting Pay: $26.00/hour — higher depending on experience
We are hiring a Class A CDL driver/operator for railroad field operations. This position involves transporting equipment and materials, operating heavy equipment when qualified, and assisting with railroad recovery, track work, equipment movement, and related field activities.
Responsibilities
- Perform DOT-required inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment before and after use.
- Transport equipment and materials between work sites while checking load conditions.
- Confirm permits and requirements for oversized or overweight loads.
- Participate in daily planning, job briefings, and safety meetings.
- Load, unload, position, and secure equipment and materials.
- Support railroad re-railing, track maintenance, repairs, transfers, and new construction.
- Assist with crane setup, inspection, assembly, and operation.
- Perform rigging activities using chains, cables, and winches.
- Operate heavy equipment when qualified, including cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, and similar machinery.
- Use hydraulic equipment, welding and cutting torches, electrical tools, and standard hand tools.
- Monitor trucks and equipment and report maintenance or operating concerns.
- Complete and document minor vehicle and equipment servicing.
- Break down, load, and transport equipment following completion of field assignments.
- Maintain adequate parts, supplies, and components in vehicles and equipment.
- Sort and dispose of scrap materials in designated areas.
- Keep vehicles, equipment, and work areas clean, safe, and organized.
- Follow company safety procedures and quality standards.
- Provide support to other work groups as needed.
Requirements
- Valid Class A CDL (CDL-A).
- Good driving record.
- Previous construction, field labor, equipment operation, or other physically demanding work experience.
- Ability to complete required training, qualifications, and safety programs.
- Availability for 24/7 emergency service calls, including weekends and holidays.
- Drug screening
- Background check
Benefits
- 40 hours guaranteed per week
- Average 60+ hours per week, including overtime
- Monday–Friday work outside
- 24/7 emergency-response availability
- Per diem
- Hotel accommodations/pay for travel
- Layover pay when applicable
- Full benefits package
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