CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Railroad Operations

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 aClass 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

• ValidClass 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 for24/7 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
• Average60+ 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