CDL-A Railroad Field Operator – Track & Rerail

About the role

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with company policies and DOT regulations.
• Transport equipment and materials to and from job sites; inspect loads and verify permits for oversized or overweight loads.
• Participate in daily work planning and safety briefings before beginning field assignments.
• Load, unload, move, and stage equipment and materials for rerailing, load transfers, track repairs, and railroad construction.
• Operate heavy equipment, including cranes, backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, dump trucks, skid-steers, and other equipment as qualified.
• Assist with crane assembly, equipment inspections, rigging, and securing loads using chains, cables, and winches.
• Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools as required.
• Support railroad car maintenance and repair, track construction, grading, load adjustment, and equipment setup.
• Monitor equipment condition, perform and document minor servicing, and report major mechanical issues to the Shop Manager or Foreman.
• Disassemble and load equipment after assignments, clean job sites, restock supplies, and organize tools and materials at the home base.
• Complete required safety training and preventive maintenance tasks during downtime.
• Maintain clean, organized vehicles, equipment, and work areas while following all safety procedures.
• Assist other work groups as needed to support field operations.

Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) and a good driving record.
• Experience in construction labor or another physically demanding field role.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely or demonstrate the ability to learn and qualify on assigned equipment.
• Availability for emergency callouts 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to travel regionally and out of state for emergency assignments.
• Ability to complete required qualification tests, safety programs, and training.
• Willingness to perform hands-on labor, equipment maintenance, material handling, and field assignments.
• Drug screening.
• Background check.