CDL A Heavy Equipment Operator Apprentice — Rail Emergency

Hulcher Services Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid benefits

Paid training

Career advancement opportunities

Weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Hulcher Services Inc. is seeking a CDL A Heavy Equipment Operator Apprentice I to train on specialized equipment used in railroad derailment response and recovery.

You’ll work with experienced crews, learn to operate cranes, hydraulic gear, and recovery tools while supporting 24/7 emergency operations across your region. This full-time role includes hands-on training and company-paid benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with no restrictions required.
• Ability to travel up to 50% for field operations.
• Comfortable working in a 24/7 emergency environment.
• Physically capable of heavy lifting up to 100 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Transport heavy equipment using tractor-trailers and escort vehicles.
• Assist with railroad derailment recovery operations.
• Learn to operate heavy recovery equipment under supervision.
• Maintain and inspect equipment and rigging gear regularly.
• Work safely around active railroads and industrial sites.
• Support 24/7 emergency response operations across assigned regions.

Job description

Hulcher Services Inc. is seeking a CDL A Heavy Equipment Operator Apprentice I to train on specialized equipment used in railroad derailment response and recovery.

You’ll work with experienced crews, learn to operate cranes, hydraulic gear, and recovery tools while supporting 24/7 emergency operations across your region. This full-time role includes hands-on training and company-paid benefits.