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CDL-A Track Equipment Operator

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CDL-A Track Equipment Operator

Location: Richmond, VA Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time Starting Rate: $26.00/hour (higher depending on experience) Benefits: Full benefits package

Position Overview

We are seeking a CDL-A Track Equipment Operator to support railroad construction, maintenance, and emergency response work. This is a hands-on position combining commercial driving, heavy equipment operation, material handling, and physical labor.

The role is primarily field-based and requires employees to respond to emergency railroad situations as needed. Applicants must be comfortable working long hours, traveling when required, and being available around the clock.

Schedule & Pay

  • 40 hours guaranteed per week
  • Typical workweeks average 60+ hours, with significant overtime
  • Hours outside of Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM are paid at time-and-a-half
  • 24/7 on-call availability required, including weekends and holidays
  • Per diem available when applicable
  • Hotel and layover pay provided for qualifying travel

Responsibilities

  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with DOT requirements.
  • Safely transport equipment, materials, and supplies to and from job sites.
  • Inspect transported loads and verify permits for oversized or overweight equipment.
  • Participate in daily job planning and safety meetings.
  • Load, unload, move, and stage materials and equipment for railroad construction and maintenance activities.
  • Assist with track maintenance, repairs, new track builds, rerailing, load transfers, and railroad car work.
  • Assist with setting up, inspecting, and operating cranes and other heavy equipment.
  • Perform rigging work using chains, cables, and winches.
  • Operate equipment when qualified, including backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, dump trucks, rail-bound equipment, tractors, and skid steers.
  • Support grading, specialty lifting, material handling, and other railroad-related construction activities.
  • Use hydraulic tools, welding and cutting equipment, electrical tools, and common hand tools.
  • Monitor equipment and vehicles to maintain safe and reliable operation.
  • Perform and document basic maintenance and service work.
  • Report major mechanical issues to the appropriate supervisor.
  • Assist with breaking down, loading, and preparing cranes and other equipment for transportation.
  • Restock vehicles and equipment with necessary parts, supplies, and components.
  • Sort scrap materials and maintain an organized work area.
  • Keep vehicles, equipment, tools, and job sites clean and ready for use.
  • Follow all safety policies and procedures.
  • Assist other departments or crews as needed to support operational requirements.

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 a field environment.
  • Ability to complete required training, qualification, and safety programs.
  • Must be available 24/7 for emergency response, including weekends and holidays.
  • Willingness to travel as required.

Preferred Experience

  • 3+ years of heavy equipment operation, including: Backhoe Bulldozer Excavator Front-end loader Grapple truck Rail-bound equipment Tractor Skid-steer loader Railroad, track maintenance, rerailing, or construction experience is preferred.

Pre-Employment Requirements

  • Drug screen
  • Background check
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