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CDL-A Railroad Equipment Operator

qualdocMinneapolis, MN

Posted Sep 28 · Last Verified Sep 28

💰 $26+/hrFull-timetransportation and cdlconstructionexcavation

Quick Summary

Full-time Class A CDL equipment operator for railroad emergency response, rerailing, and recovery operations in Minneapolis, MN.

Skills & Keywords

CDL-AHeavy equipment operationRailroad rerailingEmergency response

Key Duties

Perform DOT-required inspections before and after operating trucks, trailers, and equipment.
Safely move equipment, machinery, and materials between work locations.
Inspect transported loads and verify required permits for oversized or overweight equipment.
Participate in daily planning meetings and safety briefings.
Load, unload, position, and stage equipment and materials for railroad and rerailing operations.
Assist with: Train rerailing Load adjustment and transfer Railroad car maintenance and repair Track maintenance and repairs New track construction Assist with crane assembly, setup, inspection, and operation. Perform rigging tasks using chains, cables, and winches. Operate and assist with heavy equipment, including: Cranes Backhoes Bulldozers Excavators Front-end loaders Grapple trucks Dump trucks Rail-bound equipment Tractors Skid-steer loaders Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools. Monitor trucks and equipment for safe and reliable operation. Complete and document minor equipment and vehicle servicing. Assist with equipment disassembly, loading, transportation, and post-job cleanup. Maintain adequate supplies, parts, and components in vehicles and equipment. Keep work areas, vehicles, tools, and equipment clean and organized. Follow all applicable safety procedures and requirements. Provide support to other crews and departments when needed.
Train rerailing
Load adjustment and transfer
Railroad car maintenance and repair
Track maintenance and repairs
New track construction
Assist with crane assembly, setup, inspection, and operation.
Perform rigging tasks using chains, cables, and winches.
Operate and assist with heavy equipment, including: Cranes Backhoes Bulldozers Excavators Front-end loaders Grapple trucks Dump trucks Rail-bound equipment Tractors Skid-steer loaders Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools. Monitor trucks and equipment for safe and reliable operation. Complete and document minor equipment and vehicle servicing. Assist with equipment disassembly, loading, transportation, and post-job cleanup. Maintain adequate supplies, parts, and components in vehicles and equipment. Keep work areas, vehicles, tools, and equipment clean and organized. Follow all applicable safety procedures and requirements. Provide support to other crews and departments when needed.
Cranes
Backhoes
Bulldozers
Excavators
Front-end loaders
Grapple trucks
Dump trucks
Rail-bound equipment
Tractors
Skid-steer loaders
Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools.
Monitor trucks and equipment for safe and reliable operation.
Complete and document minor equipment and vehicle servicing.
Assist with equipment disassembly, loading, transportation, and post-job cleanup.
Maintain adequate supplies, parts, and components in vehicles and equipment.
Keep work areas, vehicles, tools, and equipment clean and organized.
Follow all applicable safety procedures and requirements.
Provide support to other crews and departments when needed.

Qualifications

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a good driving record.
Experience in construction, equipment operation, or physically demanding field work.
Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and effectively.
Ability to successfully complete required qualifications, training, and safety programs.
Must be available for 24/7 emergency response, including weekends and holidays.
Comfortable performing physical field work and working extended hours when necessary.
Drug screening
Background check
Required qualification and safety testing

Compensation & Benefits

Total rewards package

Benefits included

Overtime Pay

CDL-A Railroad Equipment Operator

Location Minneapolis, MNJob Type Full-Time | Direct HireStarting Pay $26.00/hour — higher pay available depending on experienceBenefits Full-time benefitsSchedule 40 hours guaranteed weekly + significant overtimeAvailability 24/7 emergency on-call

Position Summary

Seeking a Class A CDL Equipment Operator to support railroad emergency response, rerailing, and recovery operations. This field-based position involves commercial driving, heavy equipment operation, material handling, rigging, and hands-on railroad work.

Driving is only one part of the role. During non-emergency periods, team members may assist with equipment servicing, preventive maintenance, shop activities, and safety training.