CDL-A Railroad Equipment Operator

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The role involves operating heavy equipment and supporting railroad recovery and track work, requiring a Class A CDL and handling physical labor. Operators also conduct equipment inspections and maintenance during downtime.

Eligible from: US only

Job Description

CDL-A Railroad Equipment Operator

Location: Fort Worth, TX
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $26.00/hour, with higher pay available depending on experience
Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed; average 60+ hours/week with significant overtime
Availability: 24/7 emergency response, including weekends and holidays
Benefits: Full benefits package

Position Overview

Seeking a Class A CDL Equipment Operator to support railroad recovery, track work, and heavy equipment operations. This is a hands-on position combining CDL driving, equipment operation, rigging, and physical labor. Employees may also assist with equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, and safety training during downtime.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

  • Complete DOT-required pre- and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment.
  • Transport equipment and materials to and from job sites and verify load permits for oversized/overweight equipment.
  • Load, unload, stage, and secure materials and equipment for railroad and construction work.
  • Operate cranes, backhoes, excavators, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, dump trucks, skid steers, tractors, and rail-bound equipment.
  • Assist with rerailing, load adjustment/transfer, track maintenance, repairs, new track construction, grading, and specialty lifting.
  • Set up, inspect, assemble, disassemble, and assist with crane operations.
  • Perform rigging using chains, cables, and winches.
  • Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and hand tools.
  • Monitor equipment and vehicles to maintain safe and reliable operation.
  • Perform and document minor equipment servicing and report major mechanical issues.
  • Participate in job-site safety meetings and follow all required safety procedures.
  • Clean, organize, and restock vehicles and equipment after assignments.
  • Assist with scrap handling, material organization, and other physical work as needed.
  • Requirements

    Requirements

    • 3+ years of heavy equipment operation, including backhoe, bulldozer, excavator, front-end loader, grapple truck, rail-bound equipment, tractor, or skid-steer loaders.
    • Equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
    • Interview Requirement: Candidates must bring steel-toed boots.

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    About the job

    Posted on
    Oct 8, 2026
    Job type
    Full-time
    Location
    Fort Worth, TXOn-site

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