CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator - Rail & Track Maintenance

Qualdoc; Taneytown (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Hotel reimbursement for travel

Layover pay

Job summary

Qualdoc is seeking a CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator in Taneytown, MD. The role involves transporting equipment, operating heavy machinery, and supporting railroad recovery, track maintenance, and related fieldwork.

You must be comfortable with physical labor, travel as needed, and responding to emergencies on a 24/7 on-call basis. Responsibilities include inspections, load handling, crane setup, rigging, and operating various heavy equipment when qualified.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record.
• Experience in construction labor or heavy equipment operations.
• Ability to perform hands-on fieldwork around heavy machinery.
• Willingness to work a 24/7 on-call schedule, including nights and holidays.
• Completion of required safety trainings and certifications as applicable.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork on job sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections per DOT regulations.
• Drive tractor-trailers to job sites and verify permits for oversized loads.
• Participate in daily planning and safety briefings.
• Load, unload, and stage materials for rerailing and track maintenance.
• Assist with crane setup, inspections, and safe operation.
• Assist with rigging during derailment recovery and loading operations.
• Operate heavy equipment as qualified (cranes, backhoes, excavators, loaders).
• Utilize hydraulic tools, welding, and hand tools for tasks.
• Support track maintenance, lifting, and new track construction.
• Monitor equipment readiness and minimize downtime; perform basic maintenance.

Skills

CDL-A

Fieldwork

Heavy equipment operation

On-call readiness

Tools

Cranes

Backhoes

Excavators

Grapple trucks

Rail-bound equipment

Skid-steer loaders

Job description

Qualdoc is seeking a CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator in Taneytown, MD. The role involves transporting equipment, operating heavy machinery, and supporting railroad recovery, track maintenance, and related fieldwork.

You must be comfortable with physical labor, travel as needed, and responding to emergencies on a 24/7 on-call basis. Responsibilities include inspections, load handling, crane setup, rigging, and operating various heavy equipment when qualified.