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CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Railroad Operations

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Operates heavy equipment and Class A CDL vehicles to support railroad field operations, including transporting materials, performing re-railing and track maintenance, and rigging loads.

About this role

CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Railroad Operations

Location: Taneytown, MD
Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time
Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed; average 60+ hours/week with overtime
Starting Pay: $26.00/hour, with higher pay available based on experience

Position Overview

Seeking a Class A CDL driver/operator to support railroad field operations. This role combines commercial driving, heavy equipment operation, material handling, rigging, and hands-on railroad and construction work. The position may involve emergency response and travel to various job locations.

What You'll Do

  • Perform DOT-required inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment before and after use.
  • Transport equipment and materials between work sites while checking load conditions.
  • Confirm permits and requirements for oversized or overweight loads.
  • Participate in daily planning, job briefings, and safety meetings.
  • Load, unload, position, and secure equipment and materials.
  • Support railroad re-railing, track maintenance, repairs, transfers, and new construction.
  • Assist with crane setup, inspection, assembly, and operation.
  • Perform rigging activities using chains, cables, and winches.
  • Operate heavy equipment when qualified, including cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, and similar machinery.
  • Use hydraulic equipment, welding and cutting torches, electrical tools, and standard hand tools.
  • Monitor trucks and equipment and report maintenance or operating concerns.
  • Complete and document minor vehicle and equipment servicing.
  • Break down, load, and transport equipment following completion of field assignments.
  • Maintain adequate parts, supplies, and components in vehicles and equipment.
  • Sort and dispose of scrap materials in designated areas.
  • Keep vehicles, equipment, and work areas clean, safe, and organized.
  • Follow company safety procedures and quality standards.
  • Provide support to other work groups as needed.

    • Required Qualifications

  • Valid Class A CDL (CDL-A).
  • Good driving record.
  • Previous construction, field labor, equipment operation, or other physically demanding work experience.
  • Ability to complete required training, qualifications, and safety programs.
  • Availability for 24/7 emergency service calls, including weekends and holidays.

    • Preferred Heavy Equipment Experience

    3+ years of experience operating equipment such as:

    • Backhoe
    • Bulldozer
    • Excavator
    • Front-end loader
    • Grapple truck
    • Rail-bound equipment
    • Tractor
    • Skid-steer loader

      • An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

    Schedule & Benefits

  • 40 hours guaranteed per week
  • Average 60+ hours per week, including overtime
  • Monday–Friday work outside
  • 24/7 emergency-response availability
  • Per diem
  • Hotel accommodations/pay for travel
  • Layover pay when applicable
  • Full benefits package

    • Pre-Employment Requirements

  • Drug screening
  • Background check

    • Skills

    Backhoe OperationClass A CDLCrane OperationDOT InspectionsEmergency ResponseExcavator OperationGrapple Truck OperationHeavy Equipment OperationHydraulic EquipmentLoad SecurementOversized Load PermitsRailroad Track MaintenanceRiggingWelding And Cutting Torches

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