CDL-A Equipment Operator – Railroad Recovery

About the role

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with company procedures and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
• Transport equipment and materials to and from job sites using tractor-trailers and other assigned vehicles.
• Inspect transported loads and verify that permits for oversized or overweight equipment meet applicable requirements.
• Participate in daily work-planning discussions and safety briefings before starting field assignments.
• Load, unload, move, and stage materials and equipment for rerailing, load adjustment and transfer, track maintenance, track repair, and railroad construction.
• Assist with assembling, inspecting, and operating cranes and other heavy equipment when qualified.
• Support rerailing and recovery work by helping connect chains, cables, winches, and other rigging components.
• Operate equipment such as cranes, backhoes, excavators, grapple trucks, dump trucks, front-end loaders, bulldozers, skid steers, and other assigned machinery as qualified.
• Perform tasks involving specialty lifting, load transfers, grading, track work, and preparation for railroad construction.
• Use hydraulic equipment, welding and cutting tools, electrical tools, and common hand tools as required.
• Monitor vehicles and machinery to help prevent downtime and maintain operational readiness.
• Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle servicing, referring complex mechanical problems to the Shop Manager or Foreman.
• Assist with dismantling, loading, and securing cranes and other equipment when field assignments are completed.
• Restock vehicles and equipment with necessary parts, components, and supplies upon returning to the home base.
• Sort scrap materials and place them in designated areas.
• Keep vehicles, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and free of unnecessary debris.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures and remain aware of coworkers and surrounding job-site conditions.
• Assist other departments or teams as needed to support operational requirements.

Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) and a good driving record.
• Experience in construction labor or a similar physically demanding role.
• Ability to perform hands-on work, including lifting, equipment preparation, and field support activities.
• Willingness and ability to remain on call for emergency assignments, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to complete required qualification tests and participate in safety and training programs.
• Commitment to safe work practices and following operating procedures.
• Pre-employment drug screening
• Background check