About the role
CDL-A Emergency Response Equipment Operator
Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Starting Salary: From $57,200 per year (higher starting pay available based on experience)
Position Overview
Join a specialized emergency response team that provides rapid railroad recovery services throughout the region. This position combines Class A CDL driving, heavy equipment operation, and hands-on field work to restore rail operations following derailments and other incidents.
Although a CDL is required, driving makes up only a small portion of the job. Most of your time will be spent operating heavy equipment, assisting with rerailing operations, maintaining equipment, and supporting emergency response efforts. When emergency calls are not active, you'll assist with preventive maintenance, safety training, equipment preparation, and shop activities.
This is a full-time opportunity with excellent overtime potential and comprehensive benefits.
Schedule
Compensation
What You'll Do
- Cranes
- Excavators
- Backhoes
- Grapple trucks
- Dump trucks
- Bulldozers
- Front-end loaders
- Rail-bound equipment
- Tractors
- Skid-steer loaders
- Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools to complete assigned work.
- Monitor equipment performance and report maintenance issues.
- Complete minor preventive maintenance and basic service on equipment while referring major repairs to maintenance personnel.
- Assist with assembling and dismantling cranes and specialized equipment.
- Restock vehicles, tools, parts, and supplies after each assignment to maintain emergency readiness.
- Keep equipment, vehicles, and work areas clean, organized, and ready for deployment.
- Support additional operational tasks as needed to meet business requirements.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Experience
Applicants with three or more years of experience operating heavy equipment are strongly encouraged to apply. Experience with any of the following is beneficial:
- Backhoe
- Bulldozer
- Excavator
- Front-end loader
- Grapple truck
- Rail-bound equipment
- Tractor
- Skid-steer loader
Equivalent combinations of training and practical experience will also be considered.
