CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Railroad

Qualdoc
Kansas City, MO
Category Operations
Job Description
Role Overview

Seeking a Class A CDL Heavy Equipment Operator for railroad recovery, load adjustment, track work, and field operations. This is a hands-on position where driving is a small part of the job. The majority of the work involves operating equipment, material handling, physical labor, and supporting emergency railroad operations.

What You Will Do

Complete DOT pre- and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment. Operate heavy equipment such as cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, front-end loaders, tractors, skid steers, and rail-bound equipment.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record, basic mechanical skills for minor equipment repairs in the field, experience in construction, heavy equipment operation, or physically demanding labor, and ability to perform physically demanding work in varying field conditions.

Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record
  • Basic mechanical skills for minor equipment repairs in the field
  • Experience in construction, heavy equipment operation, or physically demanding labor
  • Comfortable operating heavy equipment and working around railroad operations
  • Able to complete required qualification testing, training, and safety programs
  • Comfortable working extended hours and responding to emergency calls
  • Ability to perform physically demanding work in varying field conditions

Benefits

  • Full-time position with benefits
  • 40 hours guaranteed weekly + significant overtime
  • Per diem, hotel expenses for required travel, and layover pay may be available when applicable
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