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The CDL-A Railroad Rerail Operator supports emergency railroad response and field operations by combining commercial driving with heavy equipment operation and physical field work. This role requires responding to emergency calls 24/7 and working with construction equipment on railroad maintenance projects.
Job Description
CDL-A Railroad Rerail Operator
Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Pay: Starting at $26.00/hour, higher depending on experience
Benefits: Full benefits package
Position Overview
We are hiring a CDL-A Railroad Rerail Operator to support emergency railroad response and field operations. This hands-on role combines commercial driving, heavy equipment operation, material handling, and physical field work during rerailing and railroad maintenance projects.
Driving is only one part of the position. Operators should be comfortable working with construction equipment, assisting with rigging and field operations, and responding to emergency calls on a 24/7 basis.
Responsibilities
Schedule & Compensation
What You'll Do
- Cranes
- Backhoes
- Grapple trucks
- Dump trucks
- Excavators
- Bulldozers
- Front-end loaders
- Rail-bound equipment
- Tractors
- Skid-steer loaders
- Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools.
- Monitor vehicles and equipment to help maintain operational readiness.
- Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle service; report more complex mechanical issues for repair.
- Assist with disassembling and loading cranes and other equipment after completing assignments.
- Restock vehicles and equipment with parts, components, and supplies when returning to the home location.
- Sort and dispose of scrap materials in designated areas.
- Participate in site cleanup and maintain organized work areas, vehicles, and equipment.
- Follow all required safety procedures and maintain professional workmanship.
- Assist other departments or teams when needed to support operational requirements.
Preferred Experience
Physical & Work Environment
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Drug screening
- Background check
Interview Requirement: Candidates should bring steel-toed boots to the interview.
About the job
- Posted on
- Sep 29, 2026
- Job type
- Full-time
- Location
- Richmond, VAOn-site
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