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CDL-A Driver/Operator (Rerail)

Qualdoc·Kansas City, MO
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CDL-A Driver/Operator (Rerail) Location: Kansas City, MO Job Type: Direct Hire Pay: Starting at $26.00/hour; higher depending on experience Schedule: Full-time | 24/7 On-Call Benefits: Full benefits, per diem, hotel pay for travel, and layover pay when applicable About the Role

About the role

CDL-A Driver/Operator (Rerail) Location: Kansas City, MO Job Type: Direct Hire Pay: Starting at $26.00/hour; higher depending on experience Schedule: Full-time | 24/7 On-Call Benefits: Full benefits, per diem, hotel pay for travel, and layover pay when applicable About the Role We are seeking a Class A CDL Driver/Operator to support emergency train derailment response and rerailing operations. While driving is only about 10% of the role, you will also operate heavy equipment, assist with rerailing and load transfer activities, perform maintenance, and support track-related work. This is an on-call position requiring availability 24/7, including weekends and holidays. The average workweek is approximately 60+ hours, with some weeks reaching 70 hours.

Responsibilities

  • Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment according to company and D.O.T. requirements.
  • Drive tractor-trailers to and from job sites and safely transport equipment and materials.
  • Inspect loads and verify transportation permits for overweight and oversize equipment.
  • Participate in daily safety briefings and work planning.
  • Load, unload, move, and stage equipment and materials for rerailing, load transfer, and track work.
  • Assist with the assembly, inspection, and operation of cranes and other heavy equipment.
  • Assist with rigging and connecting chains, cables, and winches during derailment operations.
  • Operate equipment such as cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, front-end loaders, bulldozers, rail-bound equipment, tractors, and skid-steer loaders.
  • Use hydraulic tools, welding and cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools.
  • Perform minor equipment and vehicle maintenance and report more complex mechanical issues.
  • Assist with disassembly and loading of cranes and other equipment.
  • Restock vehicles and equipment with parts, components, and supplies.
  • Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas, vehicles, and equipment.
  • Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
  • Perform other physical and operational tasks as needed to support the team.

Requirements

  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) with a good driving record.
  • Experience in construction labor or a similar physically demanding role.
  • Ability and willingness to operate standard construction equipment.
  • Must be able to perform physical labor as required.
  • Must pass required qualification, training, and safety programs.
  • Must be available 24/7 for emergency calls, including weekends and holidays.
  • Drug screen
  • Background check
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