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The CDL-A Rerail Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment for railroad emergency response and rerailing projects, performing material handling, and engaging in physical labor, including preventive maintenance and safety training.
Job Description
CDL-A Rerail Equipment Operator
Location: Candor, NC
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $26.00/hour — higher pay available depending on experience
Benefits: Full-time benefits
Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed weekly + significant overtime
Availability: 24/7 emergency on-call
Position Overview
We are seeking a Class A CDL Equipment Operator to support railroad emergency response and rerailing projects. This is a hands-on position combining equipment operation, commercial driving, material handling, and physical field work.
Driving makes up only a portion of the role. When not responding to emergencies, employees may work in the shop, complete preventive maintenance, and participate in safety training.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- 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 vehicles and equipment to maintain safe and reliable operation.
- Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle service.
- Assist with equipment disassembly, loading, and site cleanup.
- Restock vehicles and equipment with necessary parts, components, and supplies.
- Maintain clean and organized work areas, vehicles, tools, and equipment.
- Follow all required safety procedures.
- Assist other teams or departments when needed.
Preferred Experience
- Backhoe
- Bulldozer
- Excavator
- Front-end loader
- Grapple truck
- Rail-bound equipment
- Tractor
- Skid-steer loader
- Equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
Schedule & Compensation
Requirements
Requirements
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Drug screening
- Background check
- Required qualification and safety testing
Interview: Candidates should bring steel-toed boots to the interview.
About the job
- Posted on
- Sep 19, 2026
- Job type
- Full-time
- Location
- Candor, NCOn-site
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