CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator
Core
Operating heavy equipment for railroad recovery, load adjustment, track work, and field operations, with driving being a minor component.
Role type
Heavy equipment operator (railroad recovery and track maintenance)
Builds
Railroad recovery operations, load adjustments, track repairs, and construction activities
Domain
Transportation / Rail infrastructure / Construction
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Class A CDL, heavy equipment operation, mechanical maintenance, physical labor, rigging support, safety compliance
Preferred skills
3+ years heavy equipment experience, manual transmission operation, equipment troubleshooting
Technologies
Cranes, backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, dump trucks, tractors, rail-bound equipment, skid-steer loaders, hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches
Responsibilities
Operate heavy equipment for track repair and recovery; load/unload/stage materials; assist with crane assembly and rigging; perform pre/post-trip inspections; conduct basic vehicle maintenance; clean and organize job sites; participate in safety briefings
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC