CDL A Railroad & Heavy Equipment Operator
Core
Operating heavy machinery and driving for railroad track construction, maintenance, repair, and emergency response.
Role type
Heavy equipment operator (railroad/construction)
Builds
Railroad infrastructure and track systems
Domain
Transportation / Construction
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Class A CDL, heavy equipment operation, rigging, material handling, DOT-compliant inspections, physical labor
Preferred skills
Backhoe, bulldozer, excavator, front-end loader, grapple truck, rail-bound equipment, tractor, skid-steer loader
Technologies
Hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools
Responsibilities
Drive tractor-trailers to/from sites and transport equipment; Load, unload, and stage materials; Operate cranes, backhoes, excavators, and other construction equipment; Perform rigging with chains, cables, and winches; Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections; Assist with train derailment recovery and track maintenance; Use welding and cutting tools; Perform minor equipment servicing.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC