CDL-A Railroad Equipment Operator – Fort Worth, TX

About the role

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with DOT requirements and company procedures.
• Operate tractor-trailers to transport equipment and materials to and from work sites.
• Inspect transported loads and verify permits for overweight or oversized equipment.
• Participate in daily safety meetings and review work plans before beginning assignments.
• Load, unload, move, and stage equipment and materials for railroad and track operations.
• Assist with rerailing, load adjustment and transfer operations, railroad car maintenance/repair, track repair, track maintenance, and new construction.
• Assist with the setup, inspection, assembly, and operation of cranes and other heavy equipment.
• Operate qualified equipment such as cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, bulldozers, front-end loaders, rail-bound equipment, tractors, and skid-steer loaders.
• Assist with rigging by connecting chains, cables, and winches during derailment response.
• Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools.
• Monitor trucks and equipment to maintain safe and reliable operating condition.
• Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle service and report more complex mechanical issues for repair.
• Assist with disassembly and loading of cranes and other equipment after completing a job.
• Restock vehicles and equipment with required parts, supplies, and components.
• Sort and properly dispose of scrap materials.
• Help maintain clean, organized, and safe vehicles, equipment, and work areas.
• Support other departments or work activities as needed.
• Follow all applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulations.

Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A).
• Good driving record.
• Experience in construction labor, industrial work, or another physically demanding role.
• Ability to safely operate heavy equipment and work with tools and materials.
• Ability to complete required qualification, training, and safety programs.
• Availability for 24/7 emergency response, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work extended hours and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Willingness to travel to job sites as required.
• Drug screen
• Background check