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As a CDL-A Railroad Rerail Operator, you'll support railroad rerailing, track maintenance, and emergencies by transporting equipment and performing physical field work. This role requires outdoor work and the ability to respond to urgent situations 24/7.
Job Description
CDL-A Railroad Rerail Operator
Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Pay: Starting at $26/hour, higher depending on experience
Benefits: Full benefits package
Position Overview
Join a field crew supporting railroad rerailing, track maintenance, equipment recovery, and related construction work. This is a hands-on CDL-A position where driving is only a small part of the job.
You will transport and operate equipment, assist with rerailing operations, perform physical field work, and respond to railroad emergencies. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors, using construction equipment and tools, and working in situations where priorities can change quickly.
Responsibilities
What You'll Do
- Railroad rerailing operations
- Load adjustment and transfer
- Railroad car maintenance and repair
- Track maintenance and repair
- New track construction
- Help assemble, inspect, and operate cranes and other heavy equipment.
- Perform rigging using chains, cables, and winches.
- Operate equipment when qualified, 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.
- Operate equipment safely while maintaining awareness of coworkers and surrounding conditions.
- Monitor vehicles and equipment for operational readiness and minimize downtime.
- Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle service; report more complex mechanical issues for repair.
- Assist with equipment disassembly, loading, transportation, and job-site cleanup.
- Restock vehicles and equipment with required parts, components, and supplies.
- Sort scrap materials and place them in designated areas.
- Keep vehicles, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and job-ready.
- Support other departments or field crews when needed.
- Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
Schedule & Compensation
Requirements
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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