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CDL Class A Driver – Heavy Equipment & Rail Response in Taneytown, Maryland at Qualdoc, LLC

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Qualdoc, LLC
Taneytown, Maryland, 21787, United States
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Job Description

CDL Class A Driver Heavy Equipment & Rail Response

CDL Class A Driver – Heavy Equipment & Rail Response

Location: Taneytown, MD
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Starting Pay: From $26.00/hour (higher rates available based on experience)

Position Overview

We are seeking experienced CDL Class A Drivers to support specialized field operations, including emergency rail response, equipment transport, and site support. This role combines driving, equipment operation, and hands-on fieldwork in a fast-paced, on-call environment.

Schedule & Compensation
  • Guaranteed 40 hours per week
  • Average 60+ hours/week with overtime
  • On-call 24/7 for emergency response (including nights, weekends, and holidays)
  • Overtime (time and a half) paid outside standard hours (Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM)
  • Additional compensation includes per diem, hotel coverage for travel, and layover pay
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in compliance with DOT regulations
  • Operate tractor-trailers to transport equipment and materials to and from job sites
  • Verify load security, permits, and specifications for oversized or overweight equipment
  • Participate in daily safety meetings and work planning discussions
  • Load, unload, and stage materials and equipment for field operations
  • Support rail-related work including rerailing, load transfer, and track repair or construction
  • Assist with setup, inspection, and operation of cranes and heavy equipment
  • Operate machinery such as cranes, excavators, backhoes, dump trucks, and grapple trucks (if qualified)
  • Perform rigging activities using chains, cables, and winches
  • Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, torches, electrical tools, and hand tools as needed
  • Monitor equipment performance and report mechanical concerns
  • Complete minor maintenance and service tasks; escalate complex repairs as needed
  • Assist with disassembly, loading, and cleanup after job completion
  • Restock tools and materials in preparation for future assignments
  • Maintain clean, organized vehicles, equipment, and work areas
  • Follow all company safety policies and procedures at all times
Required Qualifications
  • Valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record
  • Experience in construction labor or similar hands-on, physically demanding work
  • Ability to pass required training, safety, and qualification programs
  • Willingness to be on-call and respond to emergency situations at any time
Preferred Experience
  • 3+ years operating heavy equipment such as excavators, backhoes, bulldozers, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, skid steers, or similar machinery
  • Experience working with rail equipment or in construction/industrial environments
Pre-Employment Requirements
  • Pre-Employment drug screen
  • Background check
Benefits:
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

Job Location

Taneytown, Maryland, 21787, United States

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