Railroad Equipment Operator – CDL A

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Posted 26 days ago

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The Railroad Equipment Operator will perform hands-on tasks including commercial driving, heavy equipment operation, and physical job-site work, with a focus on railroad emergency response and construction activities.

Eligible from: Unclear

Job Description

Railroad Equipment Operator – CDL A

Location: Fort Worth, TX
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $26.00/hour, with higher pay available based on experience
Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed + significant overtime
On-Call: 24/7 availability, including weekends and holidays
Benefits: Full benefits package

Position Overview

We are looking for a Class A CDL holder to support railroad emergency response, rerailing, load transfers, track work, and construction activities. This hands-on position combines commercial driving, heavy equipment operation, rigging, equipment handling, and physical job-site work.

The position requires flexibility for emergency calls and extended workweeks. Employees may typically work 60+ hours per week, with some weeks reaching approximately 70 hours based on operational demands.

Responsibilities

Complete DOT-compliant pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment.

Drive tractor-trailers to and from work sites and verify transported equipment and loads.

Check permits for overweight and oversize equipment and loads.

Participate in daily planning and job-site safety briefings.

Load, unload, stage, and move equipment and materials for rerailing, load transfers, track work, grading, and construction.

Assist with railroad derailment response, specialty lifting, rerailing, and track maintenance or repair.

Help assemble, inspect, and operate cranes and other heavy equipment.

Perform rigging activities, including connecting chains, cables, and winches.

Operate equipment such as cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, and other construction or rail equipment when qualified.

Use hydraulic tools, welding and cutting equipment, electrical tools, and hand tools as needed.

Assist with equipment disassembly, loading, and securing after assignments.

Monitor trucks and equipment for operating issues and help minimize downtime.

Perform and document minor vehicle and equipment service; report major mechanical concerns to the Shop Manager or Foreman.

Restock vehicles and equipment with required parts, components, and supplies.

Clean work areas and properly sort and dispose of scrap materials.

Assist other departments as operational needs require.

Maintain vehicles, equipment, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.

Follow all applicable company safety procedures and regulations.

Schedule & Overtime

40 hours guaranteed per week

Significant overtime available; combined regular and overtime hours typically average 60+ hours per week

Hours worked outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM are paid at time-and-a-half

24/7 emergency on-call availability required

Must be available for weekends and holidays when needed

During downtime, rerail team members may perform safety training, preventive maintenance, and equipment-related shop work.

Preferred Equipment Experience

3+ years of heavy equipment operation preferred, including experience with:

Backhoe
Bulldozer
Excavator
Front-end loader
Grapple truck
Rail-bound equipment
Tractor
Skid-steer loader

An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Additional Compensation

Per diem

Hotel accommodations or payment for required travel

Layover pay when applicable

Requirements

Class A CDL with a good driving record

Construction labor or similar physically demanding work experience

Ability to safely operate construction and heavy equipment

Ability to complete required qualification testing, training, and safety programs

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond to emergency calls

Ability to perform physically demanding work safely

Pre-Employment Requirements

Pre-employment drug screen

Background check

Interview Requirement: Candidates must bring steel-toed boots to the interview.

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Posted on: Sep 24, 2026
Job type: Full-time
Location: Fort Worth, TXOn-site

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