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EmergencyRailOperationsTechnician(CDL-A)
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“Emergency Rail Operations Technician (CDL-A) at Qualdoc. Skills: CDL-A, Heavy equipment operation, Railroad operations. Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections. Transport equipment, materials, and machinery”
Industry & Context.
Emergency callouts 24/7, Overtime frequently available, Per diem provided, Hotel accommodations covered, Layover compensation available
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A), Safe driving history, Experience performing physically demanding work, Ability to complete required training, Willingness to respond to emergency callouts 24/7
Nice to Have
Three or more years of heavy equipment operating experience, Experience operating excavators, backhoes, bulldozers, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, tractors, skid steers, Previous railroad, rail maintenance, track construction, or recovery operation experience
What You'll Do.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections
Inspect loads and verify securement
Review and verify permits
Participate in daily job planning meetings
Participate in safety briefings
Assist with equipment staging
Assist with loading and unloading
Assist with site setup
Support rail-related recovery operations
Support material transfers
Support track construction projects
Support track maintenance projects
Secure equipment and materials
Assist with site cleanup
Assist with site restoration
Operate heavy equipment
Assist with crane setup
Assist with crane inspection
Assist with crane assembly
Assist with crane teardown
Support rigging operations
Utilize hydraulic tools
Utilize electrical tools
Utilize welding tools
Utilize cutting tools
Monitor equipment condition
Perform basic preventive maintenance
Document completed work
Report mechanical concerns
Replenish vehicles and equipment
Maintain organized workspaces
Maintain organized equipment
Maintain organized vehicles
Follow company safety procedures
Follow operational standards
Follow regulatory requirements
Assist other departments
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Assist other departments; Assist project teams
Full Job Description
## Description CDL-A Equipment Operator/Laborer (Track) Location: Richmond, VA Job Type: Direct Hire Rate: Starts at $26.00/Hour can be higher depending on experience Job Description: Qualdoc is seeking CDL-A Equipment Operators/Laborers for an exciting position involving responding to train derailments and supporting railroad track operations throughout the region. This role is responsible for the safe transportation of equipment and materials to and from job sites, operation of heavy equipment (if qualified), and assisting with rerailing operations, railroad car maintenance and repair, load adjustments/transfers, and track maintenance, repair, and new construction. All work must be performed in a safe, professional, and efficient manner. This is a full-time direct hire opportunity with benefits. ## Schedule & Availability Guaranteed 40 hours per week Overtime opportunities frequently available (average 60+ hours per week) Must be available for emergency callouts 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays ## Compensation & Travel Benefits Starting wage of $26.00 per hour or higher, based on qualifications and experience Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked outside the standard Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM schedule Per diem provided during qualifying travel assignments Hotel accommodations covered when traveling Layover compensation available when applicable ## Essential Responsibilities Transportation & Equipment Logistics Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections on commercial vehicles, trailers, and equipment Transport equipment, materials, and machinery to project sites using CDL-A vehicles Inspect loads and verify securement prior to transport Review and verify permits associated with oversized or overweight loads Field Operations Participate in daily job planning meetings and safety briefings Assist with equipment staging, loading, unloading, and site setup activities Support rail-related recovery operations, material transfers, and trac
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