CDL A Heavy Equipment Operator Apprentice | Rail Response

Hulcher Services Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Weekly pay

Company paid benefits

Paid Training

Career advancement opportunities

Full-Time, Year-Round Employment

Job summary

Hulcher Services is seeking a CDL A Heavy Equipment Operator Apprentice I to train alongside seasoned crews in railroad emergency response. You will learn to operate cranes, recovery equipment, and support derailment operations across your assigned region.

This full-time role requires travel up to 50%, 24/7 availability for emergencies, and a commitment to safety. Hands-on training with competitive pay and company-paid benefits awaits.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with no restrictions.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.
• Ability to pass required background screenings and pre-employment requirements.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, lifting up to 100 lbs occasionally and 50 lbs frequently.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Comfortable working at heights exceeding 25 feet.

Responsibilities

• Transport specialized heavy equipment using tractor-trailers and escort vehicles.
• Assist with railroad derailment recovery operations.
• Learn to operate heavy recovery equipment under supervision.
• Handle rigging equipment, chains, wire rope, and recovery tools.
• Climb on and beneath railcars and locomotives during operations.
• Perform equipment setup, maintenance, cleaning, and inspections.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
• Work safely around heavy equipment and active railroads.

Skills

CDL A

Driver's license

Travel up to 50%

Emergency response readiness

Background screening ready

Physically demanding work

Outdoor work in all weather

Heights safety

Job description

Hulcher Services is seeking a CDL A Heavy Equipment Operator Apprentice I to train alongside seasoned crews in railroad emergency response. You will learn to operate cranes, recovery equipment, and support derailment operations across your assigned region.

This full-time role requires travel up to 50%, 24/7 availability for emergencies, and a commitment to safety. Hands-on training with competitive pay and company-paid benefits awaits.