CDL-A Track Equipment Operator – Railroad Construction

About the role

Responsibilities

• Complete 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.
• Attend daily work-planning discussions and safety briefings.
• Load, unload, stage, secure, and move materials and equipment for track construction, repairs, and maintenance.
• Assist with crane assembly, inspection, operation, disassembly, and loading as needed.
• Operate heavy equipment such as cranes, backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, dump trucks, tractors, skid steers, and rail-bound equipment when qualified.
• Assist with rigging using chains, cables, and winches.
• Perform grading, specialty lifting, equipment transfers, and other work related to railroad construction and track maintenance.
• Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools as needed.
• Monitor equipment and vehicles to maintain safe, reliable operation and minimize downtime.
• Perform and document minor equipment maintenance; report complex mechanical issues to the shop manager or foreman.
• Restock vehicles and equipment with parts and supplies, organize materials, and sort scrap into designated areas.
• Clean job sites and keep vehicles, equipment, tools, and work areas organized.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures and assist other departments when needed.
• Complete safety training and preventive maintenance during downtime between field assignments.

Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) with a good driving record.
• Experience in construction labor or another physically demanding role.
• Ability to perform physical work and operate heavy equipment safely.
• Availability for 24/7 emergency callouts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to complete required qualification tests and safety training.
• Pre-employment drug screening.
• Background check.