Company

Qualdoc Staffing

CDL-ARerailOperator

$0k+ Richmond, Virginia, United States Direct Hire
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“CDL-A Rerail Operator. Skills: CDL-A, Heavy equipment operation, Safety procedures. Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections. Drive tractor-trailer to/from job sites”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure safety/efficiency in carrying out daily work assignment; Minimize down time; Ensure operational readiness; Meet business needs and customer expectations; Present the level of quality and craftsmanship expected

Industry & Context.

Qualdoc Staffing
Eligibility Requirements

On call 24/7 to respond to emergency situations, Significant overtime available (average 60+ hours/week including OT), Per diem, Hotel pay for any travel, Layover pay if over hours, Pre-Employment drug screen, Background check, Physical labor requirements

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with good driving record, Experience in construction labor or a similar role with physical labor requirements, Must pass qualification tests as required (training/ safety programs), Be available 24/7 availability in order to respond to emergency calls for service, including weekends and holidays

Nice to Have

3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment including backhoe, bulldozer, excavator, front-end loader, grapple truck, rail-bound equipment, tractor and skid-steer or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

What You'll Do.

Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections

Drive tractor-trailer to/from job sites

Inspect loads and machinery

Verify transportation permits

Participate in work plan discussions

Participate in daily safety briefings

load/unload materials/equipment

Reload equipment/materials for transport

Participate in site clean-up

Assist in assembly/inspection/operation of cranes

Operate equipment per policies

Assist with rigging and connection of chains/cables/winches

Operate equipment with awareness

Operate equipment for specialty lifting

Operate equipment for re-railing

Operate equipment for load transfer

Operate equipment for track maintenance/repair

Operate equipment for grading

Work with hydraulic tools

Work with welding equipment

Work with cutting torches

Work with electrical tools

Work with common hand tools

Monitor equipment/vehicles for operational readiness

Perform minor service on equipment/vehicles

Refer mechanical issues to Shop Manager/Foreman

Participate in disassembly/loading of cranes

Restock vehicles/equipment

Perform tasks for other departments/divisions

Follow safety policies and procedures

Maintain vehicles/equipment and work area

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Participates in discussions related to the days’ work plan; Actively participates in daily safety briefing; Works with co-workers to avoid dangerous situations; Refer more complicated mechanical issues to Shop Manager/Foreman

Full Job Description

## Shift Details 40 hours guaranteed each week Significant overtime available (average 60+ hours/week including OT) On call 24/7 to respond to emergency situations ## Compensation Details Hourly rate starts at $26.00/hour, depending upon experience Hours outside of M-Fri 7am-4pm are paid at the overtime rate (time and a half) Other compensation includes per diem, hotel pay for any travel, layover pay if over hours ## Job Duties Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspection of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with Company policy and D.O.T. regulations. Drives tractor-trailer to/from job sites, inspects loads, and machinery being transported. Verifies transportation permits to ensure that specifications for overweight and oversize loads/equipment are accurate. Upon arrival at job site, participates in discussions related to the days’ work plan in to ensure safety/efficiency in carrying out daily work assignment. Actively participates in daily safety briefing. Moves, stages, loads/unloads materials/equipment in preparation of work activities for rerailing, load adjust/transfer, and/or track maintenance/repair/new builds. Upon conclusion of assignment ensures that equipment/materials are reloaded for safe transportation and actively participates in site clean-up. Assist in assembly, inspection, and operation of cranes and other equipment. Operates equipment in conformance with standard operational policies/procedures while following all safety rules/regulations. Assist with rigging and connection of chains, cables, and winches during derailments. Performs equipment operations with awareness to surroundings and co-workers so as to avoid dangerous situations. Operates equipment (cranes, backhoes, grapple truck, dump truck, excavators, etc.) in accomplishment of tasks associated with specialty lifting, re-railing, load transfer, track maintenance/repair, grading or other work in preparation for railroad construction and related activities. Works with hydraulic to

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