CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator: Rail Emergency Response

Qualdoc; Kansas City, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Qualdoc in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Class A CDL Equipment Operator to support railroad emergency response and construction projects. This role combines commercial driving, heavy equipment operation, and hands-on field work.

Drive and operate cranes, loaders, excavators, and other heavy equipment, with on-call duties 24/7. Expect long-hours workweeks with overtime and periodic travel for local and out-of-area assignments.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record is required.
• Experience in construction, equipment operation, or a labor‑intensive role.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and effectively.
• Must be available 24/7 for emergency response, including weekends/holidays.
• Willingness to work in fast-paced environments with extended hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections per DOT rules and company procedures.
• Safely transport equipment, materials, and machinery to job sites.
• Inspect loads and verify permits for oversized/overweight equipment.
• Attend daily safety meetings and review work plans.
• Load, unload, move, and stage equipment for field operations.
• Support railroad emergency response including rerailing, load transfer, track work.
• Assist with setup, inspection, and operation of cranes and heavy equipment.
• Rig with chains, cables, and winches as needed.
• Operate cranes, backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and rail equipment.
• Use hydraulic tools, welding, cutting torches, and hand tools.
• Monitor vehicle/equipment condition for safe operation; perform minor servicing.
• Assist with disassembly, loading, and site cleanup; restock as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and equipment; follow safety procedures.

Skills

Valid Class A CDL

Good driving record

Operate heavy equipment safely

Physically demanding field work

24/7 on-call availability

Tools

Cranes

Backhoes

Bulldozers

Excavators

Front-end loaders

Grapple trucks

Dump trucks

Rail-bound equipment

Tractors

Skid-steer loaders

Job description

Qualdoc in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Class A CDL Equipment Operator to support railroad emergency response and construction projects. This role combines commercial driving, heavy equipment operation, and hands-on field work.

Drive and operate cranes, loaders, excavators, and other heavy equipment, with on-call duties 24/7. Expect long-hours workweeks with overtime and periodic travel for local and out-of-area assignments.