CDL-A Rerail Equipment Operator

About the role

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment according to DOT and company requirements.
• Transport equipment and materials to and from railroad and construction job sites.
• Inspect loads and verify permits for overweight or oversized equipment.
• Participate in daily work planning and safety meetings.
• Load, unload, move, and stage equipment and materials for rerailing, load transfer, and track work.
• Assist with the assembly, inspection, setup, and operation of cranes and other heavy equipment.
• Assist with rigging operations, including chains, cables, and winches.
• Operate equipment such as cranes, backhoes, excavators, grapple trucks, dump trucks, front-end loaders, rail-bound equipment, tractors, and skid steers when qualified.
• Support rerailing, specialty lifting, load transfer, grading, track maintenance, repair, and railroad construction activities.
• Use hydraulic tools, welding and cutting equipment, electrical tools, and common hand tools as needed.
• Monitor vehicles and equipment to maintain safe and reliable operation.
• Perform and document basic equipment and vehicle maintenance.
• Assist with equipment breakdown, loading, and transportation at the completion of assignments.
• Restock vehicles and equipment with required parts, supplies, and components.
• Maintain clean and organized vehicles, equipment, tools, and work areas.
• Perform additional field or shop duties as needed.
• Follow all required safety procedures and work practices.

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record
• Construction, heavy labor, or similar hands-on work experience.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in an outdoor job-site environment.
• Ability to complete required qualification, training, and safety programs.
• Must be available for 24/7 emergency response, including weekends and holidays.
• Willingness to travel regionally as required.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.