CDL-A Railroad Equipment Operator in Minneapolis, Minnesota at Qualdoc, LLC

• Perform DOT-required inspections before and after operating trucks, trailers, and equipment.
• Safely move equipment, machinery, and materials between work locations.
• Inspect transported loads and verify required permits for oversized or overweight equipment.
• Participate in daily planning meetings and safety briefings.
• Load, unload, position, and stage equipment and materials for railroad and rerailing operations.
• Assist with:
  • Train rerailing
  • Load adjustment and transfer
  • Railroad car maintenance and repair
  • Track maintenance and repairs
  • New track construction
• Assist with crane assembly, setup, inspection, and operation.
• Perform rigging tasks using chains, cables, and winches.
• Operate and assist with heavy equipment, 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.
• Monitor trucks and equipment for safe and reliable operation.
• Complete and document minor equipment and vehicle servicing.
• Assist with equipment disassembly, loading, transportation, and post-job cleanup.
• Maintain adequate supplies, parts, and components in vehicles and equipment.
• Keep work areas, vehicles, tools, and equipment clean and organized.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures and requirements.
• Provide support to other crews and departments when needed.

3+ years of heavy equipment operating experience, including:

• Backhoes
• Bulldozers
• Excavators
• Front-end loaders
• Grapple trucks
• Rail-bound equipment
• Tractors
• Skid-steer loaders

Equivalent combinations of relevant training and hands-on experience may be considered.

• Drug screening
• Background check
• Required qualification and safety testing

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