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Railroad Equipment Operator – CDL-A in Taneytown, Maryland at Qualdoc, LLC

NewSalary: $57200 - $57200Job Function: Skilled Labor
Qualdoc, LLC
Taneytown, Maryland, 21787, United States
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Railroad Equipment Operator CDL-A

Railroad Equipment Operator – CDL-A

Location: Taneytown, MD
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Salary: $57,200.00, with higher pay possible based on experience

We are hiring a Class A CDL Equipment Operator to support railroad emergency response and field operations. This role involves transporting and operating heavy equipment, assisting with train re-railing, track work, load transfers, equipment maintenance, and related construction activities.

Schedule & Compensation
  • 40 hours guaranteed per week
  • Regular overtime; average workweek is 60+ hours including overtime
  • 24/7 on-call emergency response, including weekends and holidays
  • Time-and-a-half for hours worked outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
  • Per diem, hotel expenses for travel, and layover pay when applicable
  • Full benefits package
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform DOT-compliant pre- and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment.
  • Operate tractor-trailers and safely transport machinery, materials, and equipment to and from work sites.
  • Inspect loads and verify permits for overweight and oversized transportation.
  • Participate in daily safety meetings and review work plans before starting assignments.
  • Load, unload, move, and stage equipment and materials for re-railing, load transfer, track work, grading, and railroad construction.
  • Assist with crane assembly, inspection, setup, and operation.
  • Rig and connect chains, cables, and winches during derailment recovery operations.
  • Operate equipment such as cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, front-end loaders, bulldozers, rail-bound equipment, tractors, and skid-steer loaders when qualified.
  • Assist with railroad track maintenance, repair, new construction, specialty lifting, and related field work.
  • 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; report major mechanical issues to the appropriate supervisor.
  • Assist with equipment breakdown, loading, transportation, and site cleanup.
  • Restock vehicles and equipment with required parts, supplies, and components.
  • Sort and properly dispose of scrap materials.
  • Maintain clean, organized work areas, vehicles, and equipment.
  • Follow all safety policies and procedures and assist other departments as needed.
Requirements
  • Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record
  • Experience in construction, heavy labor, or a similar physically demanding field
  • Ability to complete required qualification tests, training, and safety programs
  • Must be available for 24/7 emergency response, including weekends and holidays
  • Ability to work safely around heavy machinery and other field personnel
Preferred Experience
  • 3+ years operating heavy equipment, including backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, rail-bound equipment, tractors, or skid-steer loaders
  • Equivalent combination of training and hands-on experience may be considered
Pre-Employment Requirements
  • Drug screening
  • Background check

Job Location

Taneytown, Maryland, 21787, United States

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