CDL-A Railroad Equipment Operator – Taneytown, MD

CDL-A Driver/Operator Location: Taneytown, MD Job Type: Direct Hire Pay: Starting at $26/hour, higher depending on experience Schedule: Full-time | 40 hours guaranteed weekly | Average 60+ hours/week with overtime Job Overview Seeking a Class A CDL Driver/Operator to support railroad emergency response and recovery operations. This role involves transporting equipment and materials to job sites, operating heavy equipment when qualified, and assisting with rerailing, load transfer, railroad car maintenance, and track maintenance/repair.

Responsibilities Complete DOT-compliant pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment

Drive tractor-trailers to and from work locations and inspect transported loads

Verify permits and load requirements for oversized or overweight equipment

Participate in daily job planning and safety briefings

Load, unload, move, and stage equipment and materials

Assist with railroad re-railing, load adjustment/transfer, track maintenance, repairs, and new construction

Help assemble, inspect, and operate cranes and other jobsite equipment

Assist with rigging using chains, cables, and winches

Operate equipment such as cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, and other heavy equipment when qualified

Use hydraulic tools, welding and cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools

Monitor vehicles and equipment for safe and reliable operation

Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle service

Assist with equipment disassembly, loading, and transportation after completing assignments

Restock vehicles and equipment with parts, supplies, and components

Sort and dispose of scrap materials in designated areas

Keep vehicles, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and ready for use

Follow all required safety procedures and maintain quality standards

Assist other departments or work groups as needed

Requirements Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A)

Good driving record

Experience in construction, field labor, or another physically demanding role

Ability to complete required qualification, training, and safety programs

Must be available 24/7 , including weekends and holidays, for emergency service calls

Preferred Experience 3+ years operating heavy equipment, such as:

Backhoe

Bulldozer

Excavator

Front-end loader

Grapple truck

Rail-bound equipment

Tractor

Skid-steer loader

Equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered

Schedule & Compensation 40 hours guaranteed each week

Average 60+ hours per week, including overtime

Work outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM is paid at 1.5x overtime

24/7 on-call availability for emergency response

Per diem

Hotel accommodations/pay for travel

Layover pay when applicable

Full benefits package

Pre-Employment Requirements Drug screening

Background check