About this CDL-A Driver / Railroad Equipment Operator role at Qualdoc
CDL-A Driver / Railroad Equipment Operator
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time
Pay: Starting at $26.00/hour — higher rates may be available based on experience
Position Overview
Seeking a Class A CDL driver to support railroad emergency response and track operations. This hands-on position involves transporting equipment and materials, operating heavy equipment when qualified, and assisting with derailment recovery, railroad car maintenance, load transfer, and track work.
Full-time position with benefits.
Schedule & Compensation
- 40 hours guaranteed per week
- Significant overtime; regular and OT hours average 60+ hours/week
- 24/7 on-call availability, including weekends and holidays, for emergency response
- Hours worked outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM are paid at time-and-a-half
- Per diem for qualifying travel
- Hotel pay for travel
- Layover pay when applicable
What You'll Do
Requirements
- Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a good driving record.
- Construction labor or similar physically demanding work experience.
- Ability to pass required qualification, training, and safety programs.
- 24/7 availability for emergency calls, including weekends and holidays.
Preferred Experience
- Backhoe
- Bulldozer
- Excavator
- Front-end loader
- Grapple truck
- Rail-bound equipment
- Tractor
- Skid-steer loader
- Equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Drug screen
- Background check
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is a full-time direct-hire opportunity offering guaranteed hours, substantial overtime potential, benefits, and additional compensation for travel and emergency response work. The position is ideal for a safety-focused Class A CDL professional with heavy equipment and construction experience who is comfortable working in demanding field environments and responding to emergency situations.
