Apprentice Operator I

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

Description

Hulcher Services is seeking a motivated and success-driven Apprentice Operator I. You will play a vital role in transporting, operating and the servicing of assigned heavy equipment used in clearing railroad derailments by lifting and moving derailed railway cars and locomotives.

About Us:

Hulcher Service is an industry leader with more than 500 employees and over 25 divisions located in the United States and Mexico assisting customers with derailments as well as engineering work, track maintenance, disaster response, and environmental projects.

What You'll Do:

• 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.

Why Join Us:

• Room for growth
• Union benefits including, but not limited to medical insurance and pension plan

Requirements

What You Bring:

• 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.

  Work Schedule:

  • Monday through Sunday on the job or possibly at division.
  • On call for 24 hours for derailments requiring immediate response.
  • 8-hours/day Monday through Friday; on call at other times for derailments requiring immediate response.
  • The Response Team is to be available at all times and all hours of the day.