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CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator

qualdocKansas City, MO

Posted Sep 28 · Last Verified Sep 28

💰 $26+/hrFull-timetransportation and cdlconstructionexcavation

Quick Summary

CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator for railroad emergency response, construction, and field operations in Kansas City, MO.

Skills & Keywords

CDL-AHeavy equipment operationRailroad emergency responseCrane operation

Primary Duties

Complete DOT-required pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment.
Drive and transport machinery, materials, and equipment to and from work locations.
Check loads and confirm permits for oversized or overweight transportation.
Participate in safety meetings and review job plans before starting work.
Load, unload, position, and stage equipment and materials.
Support railroad emergency and recovery operations, including: Train rerailing Load transfers Track maintenance Track repairs Related construction work Help set up, inspect, and operate cranes and other heavy equipment. Perform rigging activities using chains, cables, and winches. Assist with equipment disassembly, transportation, and job-site cleanup. Monitor equipment and vehicles for safe and reliable operation. Perform and record minor vehicle and equipment servicing. Keep vehicles, tools, equipment, and work areas clean and organized. Maintain necessary parts, supplies, and components in vehicles and equipment. Follow required safety procedures and work practices. Provide support to other teams and departments as needed.
Train rerailing
Load transfers
Track maintenance
Track repairs
Related construction work
Help set up, inspect, and operate cranes and other heavy equipment.
Perform rigging activities using chains, cables, and winches.
Assist with equipment disassembly, transportation, and job-site cleanup.
Monitor equipment and vehicles for safe and reliable operation.
Perform and record minor vehicle and equipment servicing.
Keep vehicles, tools, equipment, and work areas clean and organized.
Maintain necessary parts, supplies, and components in vehicles and equipment.
Follow required safety procedures and work practices.
Provide support to other teams and departments as needed.

Required Qualifications

Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.
Experience in construction, heavy equipment operation, or physically demanding field work.
Ability to safely and effectively operate heavy equipment.
Ability to complete required training, qualification, and safety programs.
Strong willingness to work in emergency-response conditions and extended-hour assignments.
Ability to perform physically demanding work in the field.
Must be available for 24/7 emergency calls, including weekends and holidays.
Drug screening
Background check
Required qualification and safety testing

Nice to Have

3+ years of heavy equipment operating experience, 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.

Compensation & Benefits

Total rewards package

Benefits included

Overtime Pay

CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator

Location Kansas City, MOJob Type Direct HireStarting Pay $26.00/hour — higher pay may be available depending on experienceSchedule 40 hours guaranteed weekly + significant overtimeTravel Local and out-of-area emergency assignmentsBenefits Full-time position with benefits

Position Overview

Seeking a Class A CDL Equipment Operator for railroad emergency response, construction, and field operations. This position involves much more than driving—you will also operate heavy equipment, move materials, assist with railroad recovery work, and perform hands-on equipment and job-site support.

Employees must be available for 24/7 emergency response, including weekends and holidays.