Jobs Companies Qualdoc CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Track

Sobre este puesto de CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Track en Qualdoc

Qualdoc · Presencial · Candor, NC

CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Track

Location: Candor, NC
Job Type: Direct Hire
Pay: Starting at $26.00/hour, with higher pay available depending on experience

Position Overview

We are looking for a CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator to assist with railroad track projects and emergency recovery operations.

This is a hands-on field position where driving is approximately 10% of the job. Most of the work involves operating construction equipment, moving materials, supporting track crews, and performing physical labor.

The position requires someone who can respond quickly to changing work conditions and remain available for 24/7 emergency calls, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

When not assigned to an emergency or field project, employees may assist with equipment preventive maintenance, inspections, and safety training at the shop.

Schedule & Compensation

  • Full-time position with benefits
  • 40 hours guaranteed each week
  • Average of 60+ hours per week, with some weeks reaching approximately 70 hours
  • 24/7 on-call availability
  • Starting pay: $26.00/hour, with higher pay available depending on experience
  • Work performed outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM is paid at time-and-a-half overtime
  • Per diem for qualifying travel
  • Hotel expenses for travel
  • Layover pay when applicable
  • Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with railroad track maintenance, repair, construction, grading, and new-build projects.
  • Support emergency railroad recovery and rerailing operations as needed.
  • Operate a tractor-trailer to transport equipment and materials to and from work sites.
  • Complete required pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with DOT regulations.
  • Inspect transported loads and machinery and verify applicable permits for overweight or oversized equipment.
  • Load, unload, stage, secure, and position equipment and materials at job sites.
  • Participate in job planning and daily safety briefings.
  • Operate heavy equipment when qualified, including:
    • Cranes
    • Backhoes
    • Bulldozers
    • Excavators
    • Front-end loaders
    • Grapple trucks
    • Dump trucks
    • Rail-bound equipment
    • Tractors
    • Skid-steer loaders
    • Assist with crane assembly, inspection, setup, operation, disassembly, and loading.
    • Perform rigging and connect chains, cables, and winches during recovery operations.
    • Assist with load adjustment/transfer, specialty lifting, railroad car maintenance and repair, and other track-related work.
    • Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools.
    • Monitor equipment and vehicles to help maintain safe and reliable operation.
    • Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle maintenance.
    • Report major mechanical issues to the Shop Manager or Foreman.
    • Reload and secure equipment after completing assignments and assist with site cleanup.
    • Restock vehicles and equipment with parts, components, and supplies.
    • Sort and properly store scrap materials.
    • Follow all safety policies and procedures.
    • Maintain clean and organized vehicles, equipment, tools, and work areas.
    • Assist other departments or crews when needed.
  • Requirements

  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) with a good driving record.
  • Construction labor or similar physically demanding work experience.
  • Ability to safely operate heavy construction equipment.
  • Comfortable performing hands-on physical labor.
  • Ability to work in a 24/7 emergency-response/on-call environment, including weekends and holidays.
  • Ability to successfully complete required qualification, training, and safety programs.
  • Preferred Experience

    3+ years of heavy equipment operating experience, including:

    • Backhoe
    • Bulldozer
    • Excavator
    • Front-end loader
    • Grapple truck
    • Rail-bound equipment
    • Tractor
    • Skid-steer loader
    • Equivalent combinations of training and experience may be considered.

    Pre-Employment Requirements

    • Drug screen
    • Background check
    • Interview Requirement: Candidates must bring steel-toed boots to the interview.

    Benefits

  • Full-time employment with benefits
  • Guaranteed 40 hours per week
  • Significant overtime opportunities
  • Per diem for qualifying assignments
  • Hotel accommodations/pay for qualifying travel
  • Layover pay when applicable
  • ¿Listo para postularte en Qualdoc?
    Postúlate en Qualdoc

    Empleos similares

    Qualdoc
    CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Rerail
    Qualdoc
    ⚡ Postúlate pronto Minneapolis, MN Presencial $54,080–$54,080
    ● Nuevo 👁 Visto ✓ Postulado hace 3h
    Qualdoc
    CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator
    Qualdoc
    ⚡ Postúlate pronto Candor, NC Presencial $54,080–$54,080
    ● Nuevo 👁 Visto ✓ Postulado hace 3h
    Qualdoc
    Diesel Mechanic – Heavy Equipment & Trucks
    Qualdoc
    ⚡ Postúlate pronto Kansas City, MO Presencial $47,840–$47,840
    ● Nuevo 👁 Visto ✓ Postulado hace 3h
    Qualdoc
    Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic
    Qualdoc
    ⚡ Postúlate pronto Taneytown, MD Presencial $49,920–$49,920
    ● Nuevo 👁 Visto ✓ Postulado hace 3h
    Qualdoc
    Diesel Equipment Mechanic
    Qualdoc
    ⚡ Postúlate pronto Chesterfield, VA Presencial $49,920–$49,920
    ● Nuevo 👁 Visto ✓ Postulado hace 3h
    Qualdoc
    CDL-A Track Equipment Operator
    Qualdoc
    ⚡ Postúlate pronto Candor, NC Presencial $54,080–$54,080
    ● Nuevo 👁 Visto ✓ Postulado hace 3h
    Qualdoc
    CDL-A Track Equipment Operator
    Qualdoc
    ⚡ Postúlate pronto Kansas City, MO Presencial $54,080–$54,080
    ● Nuevo 👁 Visto ✓ Postulado hace 3h
    Qualdoc
    Heavy Equipment Operator – CDL-A
    Qualdoc
    ⚡ Postúlate pronto Kansas City, MO Presencial $54,080–$54,080
    ● Nuevo 👁 Visto ✓ Postulado hace 3h
    Qualdoc
    Heavy Equipment Operator – CDL-A
    Qualdoc
    ⚡ Postúlate pronto West Chicago, IL Presencial $54,080–$54,080
    ● Nuevo 👁 Visto ✓ Postulado hace 3h

    Regístrate para recibir sugerencias adaptadas a los empleos que abres y las búsquedas que guardas.

    Más empleos en Qualdoc

    Ver todos los empleos en Qualdoc →

    Postúlate ahora
    🤖

    Un momento — para

    JobsRadar se creó para personas reales que están pasando un mal momento en su búsqueda de empleo — no para solicitudes automatizadas. Estás haciendo clic demasiado rápido y ahora estás bloqueado temporalmente.

    Vuelve más tarde. Si de verdad estás buscando empleo, cuentas con nosotros — solo compórtate como una persona.

    Catch your next role the second it’s posted.

    Create a free account and we’ll watch the boards for you — the instant a job matches your search, it lands in your inbox or Telegram. No digging, no refreshing.

    Create free account

    Free forever · takes 30 seconds · already have one?

    Toma ventaja en tu búsqueda de empleo.

    Únete a nuestro canal de Telegram para lo que te ayuda a conseguir el puesto — referencias salariales, el pulso semanal del mercado y avisos de nuevas funciones. Sin spam, solo señal.

    Únete al canal — es gratis