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Qualdoc · Sur site · Kansas City, MO

CDL A Heavy Equipment Operator – Railroad

Location: Kansas City, MO
Job Type: Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $26.00/hour — higher pay may be available depending on experience
Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed weekly + significant overtime
Travel: Local and out-of-area emergency assignments
Benefits: Full-time position with benefits 

Position Overview

Looking for a Class A CDL Equipment Operator to support railroad recovery, construction, transportation, and field operations. This is a hands-on position involving driving, heavy equipment operation, rigging, material handling, and railroad work.

24/7 emergency availability is required, including weekends and holidays.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform DOT-compliant pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
  • Transport trucks, machinery, materials, and equipment to and from work sites.
  • Verify loads and required permits for oversized or overweight transportation.
  • Review work plans and participate in job-site safety meetings.
  • Load, unload, position, and stage equipment and materials.
  • Assist with railroad recovery operations involving:
    • Train rerailing
    • Load transfers
    • Track maintenance and repairs
    • Construction activities
    • Help set up, inspect, and operate cranes and other heavy equipment.
    • Perform rigging using chains, cables, and winches.
    • Assist with equipment breakdown, transportation, and cleanup after assignments.
    • Monitor vehicles and equipment for safe and reliable operation.
    • Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle servicing.
    • Keep vehicles, tools, equipment, and work areas clean and organized.
    • Maintain required parts, supplies, and components.
    • Follow safety procedures and required work practices.
    • Assist other teams and departments when needed.
  • Equipment & Tools

    Experience with any of the following is valuable:

    Cranes, backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, dump trucks, rail-bound equipment, tractors, and skid-steer loaders.

    Additional tools include:

    • Hydraulic tools
    • Welding equipment
    • Cutting torches
    • Electrical tools
    • Hand tools

    Qualifications

  • Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.
  • Experience in construction, heavy equipment operation, or physically demanding field work.
  • Ability to safely operate heavy equipment.
  • Ability to complete required training, qualification testing, and safety programs.
  • Comfortable working in emergency-response situations and extended-hour assignments.
  • Ability to perform physically demanding work in field conditions.
  • Must be available for 24/7 emergency calls, weekends, and holidays.
  • Preferred Experience

    3+ years of heavy equipment operation preferred, including experience with backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, rail-bound equipment, tractors, or skid-steer loaders.

    Equivalent relevant training and hands-on experience may be considered.

    Hours & Additional Compensation

  • 40 hours guaranteed per week.
  • Typical schedules average 60+ hours per week, with some weeks reaching approximately 70 hours.
  • Work outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM is paid at the applicable 1.5x overtime rate.
  • Per diem, hotel expenses for required travel, and layover pay may be available when applicable.
  • Local and out-of-area emergency assignments may be required.
  • Pre-Employment Requirements

  • Drug screening
  • Background check
  • Required qualification and safety testing
  • Candidates should bring steel-toed boots to the interview.
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