Apprentice Heavy Equipment Operator Rail Emergency Response

Hulcher Services Inc.; Hammond (IN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hulcher Services Inc. is seeking a motivated Apprentice Operator I to support heavy equipment operations used in clearing railroad derailments. You will drive, lift, and service equipment, ensuring readiness for rapid emergency responses across sites.

Responsibilities include operating tractor-trailers, handling heavy rigging, and performing inspections and light welding as required. This role demands physical stamina, on-call availability, and travel up to 50% of the time in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class A CDL with NO restrictions.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Ability to work on-call 24/7 365 days a year in an emergency response environment.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Ability to conduct maintenance inspections on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor-trailer or escort vehicles.
• Material handling of heavy steel chains, blocks and steel cables, and other devices.
• Climbing and crawling on and under derailed railroad cars.
• Maintenance, cleaning and setup of equipment requiring use of small and large tools including cutting torch and welding.
• Digging, hammering, and other physical types of work with various tools
• Lifting 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects up to 50 lbs.
• Work at heights over 25 feet on railroad cars; may be on bridges, over water, or in water.

Skills

On-call availability

Travel up to 50%

Maintenance inspections

Valid CDL (Class A)

Valid driver's license

Job description

Hulcher Services Inc. is seeking a motivated Apprentice Operator I to support heavy equipment operations used in clearing railroad derailments. You will drive, lift, and service equipment, ensuring readiness for rapid emergency responses across sites.

Responsibilities include operating tractor-trailers, handling heavy rigging, and performing inspections and light welding as required. This role demands physical stamina, on-call availability, and travel up to 50% of the time in a fast-paced