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CDL A Railroad Equipment Operator

Minneapolis, MN💼 Full-time💰 $26–$26🗓 2026-10-01

Core

Field-based operator supporting railroad emergency response, rerailing, recovery, and construction operations involving commercial driving and heavy equipment.

Role type

Senior IC railroad equipment operator (CDL-A)

Builds

Emergency response capabilities, track maintenance, and equipment recovery for railroad infrastructure

Domain

Transportation + Railroad infrastructure

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Class A CDL, heavy equipment operation, rigging, DOT-compliant inspections, load management, emergency response readiness, physical labor, safety compliance

Preferred skills

3+ years heavy equipment experience, rail-bound equipment operation, construction labor background

Technologies

Cranes, backhoes, excavators, grapple trucks, dump trucks, skid-steer loaders, hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches

Responsibilities

Perform pre- and post-trip inspections, transport machinery and materials, load/unload and position equipment, operate cranes and heavy machinery, perform rigging with chains and winches, assist with train rerailing and track maintenance, conduct equipment servicing and minor repairs, follow safety procedures and regulations

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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