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CDL-A Railroad Equipment Operator – Richmond, VA in Richmond, Virginia at Qualdoc, LLC

NewSalary: $26.00 - $26.00/hrJob Function: Skilled Labor
Qualdoc, LLC
Richmond, Virginia, 23219, United States
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CDL-A Railroad Equipment Operator Richmond, VA

CDL-A Railroad Equipment Operator – Richmond, VA

Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $26/hour — higher depending on experience
Benefits: Full benefits package

Position Overview

Seeking a Class A CDL operator for railroad field operations, including derailment response, equipment transportation, rerailing, track work, and related site activities. This is a hands-on position that combines driving, heavy equipment operation, and physical labor.

Schedule & Compensation
  • 40 hours guaranteed per week
  • Average 60+ hours per week, with additional overtime as needed
  • 24/7 on-call availability, including weekends and holidays
  • Hours worked outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM are paid at 1.5x
  • Per diem for qualifying assignments
  • Hotel/travel pay and layover pay when applicable
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform DOT-compliant pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment.
  • Transport equipment and materials to and from railroad work sites using tractor-trailers.
  • Inspect loads and verify permits for overweight or oversized equipment.
  • Participate in daily work planning and safety briefings.
  • Load, unload, move, and stage equipment and materials for rerailing, load transfers, and track projects.
  • Assist with railroad derailment response, rerailing, track maintenance, repairs, and new construction.
  • Assist with crane assembly, inspection, operation, and teardown.
  • Perform rigging using chains, cables, and winches.
  • Operate heavy equipment such as cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, bulldozers, front-end loaders, rail-bound equipment, tractors, and skid steers when qualified.
  • Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools.
  • Monitor equipment and vehicles for safe and reliable operation.
  • Perform and document minor equipment/vehicle servicing and report larger mechanical issues.
  • Reload and secure equipment following field assignments.
  • Restock parts, components, and supplies and organize scrap materials at the home location.
  • Maintain clean, organized work areas, vehicles, and equipment.
  • Follow all safety procedures and assist other departments as needed.
Requirements
  • Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.
  • Experience in construction, equipment operation, or other physically demanding work.
  • Ability to complete required training, qualification, and safety programs.
  • Ability to work in an on-call environment and respond to emergency assignments 24/7, including weekends and holidays.
  • Ability to perform physical labor and work safely around heavy equipment and railroad operations.
Preferred Experience
  • 3+ years operating heavy equipment such as:
    • Backhoes
    • Bulldozers
    • Excavators
    • Front-end loaders
    • Grapple trucks
    • Rail-bound equipment
    • Tractors
    • Skid-steer loaders
  • Equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
Pre-Employment Requirements
  • Drug screening
  • Background check

Job Location

Richmond, Virginia, 23219, United States

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