CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator — Field Rail Recovery

Qualdoc; Taneytown (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualdoc is seeking a CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator / Laborer for a field-based role involving emergency railroad recovery, equipment transport, construction support, and maintenance activities.

This position blends commercial driving with hands-on machinery operation and labor. Expect overtime, travel, per diem, hotel pay, and full-time benefits, with 40 hours guaranteed and 60–70 hour weeks during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) with a good driving record.
• Experience in construction, industrial labor, equipment handling, or a similar physically demanding role.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely or demonstrate the aptitude to qualify through required training.
• Willingness to perform hands-on labor in varying field conditions.
• Availability for 24/7 emergency response, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to complete required safety training and qualification assessments.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with company policies and DOT regulations.
• Transport equipment and materials safely to and from job sites using tractor-trailers.
• Inspect loads and verify permits for oversized and overweight equipment.
• Participate in daily safety briefings and coordinate work activities with field crews.
• Load, unload, stage, and secure equipment and materials before, during, and after field assignments.
• Operate heavy equipment, including cranes, backhoes, excavators, grapple trucks, dump trucks, bulldozers, front-end loaders, and skid steers, as qualified.
• Assist with equipment assembly, rigging, and the use of chains, cables, and winches during emergency recovery operations.
• Support railroad construction, equipment recovery, load transfers, grading, railcar maintenance, and related field activities.
• Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools as needed.
• Perform basic equipment servicing and preventive maintenance, document completed work, and report more complex mechanical issues.
• Prepare equipment for transport, restock vehicles with necessary supplies, and organize tools and materials.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas, vehicles, and equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures and assist other departments as needed to meet operational requirements.

Skills

CDL-A license

Heavy equipment operation

Safety training

24/7 emergency readiness

Job description

Qualdoc is seeking a CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator / Laborer for a field-based role involving emergency railroad recovery, equipment transport, construction support, and maintenance activities.

This position blends commercial driving with hands-on machinery operation and labor. Expect overtime, travel, per diem, hotel pay, and full-time benefits, with 40 hours guaranteed and 60–70 hour weeks during peak periods.