CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator — Railroad Field Ops Pro

Qualdoc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Hotel pay for travel

Layover pay

Job summary

Qualdoc is seeking a Class A CDL Heavy Equipment Operator to perform regional railroad recovery and construction tasks. The role blends commercial driving with heavy equipment operation and field support for track projects.

You will conduct DOT inspections, operate cranes and heavy machinery, assist with rerailing and railcar work, and participate in safety briefings. A willingness to work 24/7 shifts is required and overtime, per diem, and travel pay may apply.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of heavy equipment operation
• Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
• 24/7 availability for emergency service calls

Responsibilities

• Complete DOT-compliant pre- and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment.
• Drive tractor-trailers to and from job sites and safely transport equipment and materials.
• Inspect transported loads and verify permits for overweight and oversized equipment.
• Participate in daily job planning and required safety briefings.
• Load, unload, move, and stage equipment and materials for field operations.
• Support rerailing operations, railcar maintenance/repair, load adjustment and transfer, and track maintenance, repair, and new construction.
• Assist with the setup, inspection, assembly, and operation of cranes and other heavy equipment.
• Assist with rigging and connecting chains, cables, and winches during derailment recovery work.
• Operate equipment when qualified, including cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, bulldozers, front-end loaders, rail-bound equipment, tractors, and skid-steer loaders.
• Perform work associated with specialty lifting, rerailing, load transfers, grading, and railroad construction.
• Monitor vehicles and equipment for operating issues and help maintain readiness.
• Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle service; report more complex mechanical issues to the Shop Manager or Foreman.

Job description

Qualdoc is seeking a Class A CDL Heavy Equipment Operator to perform regional railroad recovery and construction tasks. The role blends commercial driving with heavy equipment operation and field support for track projects.

You will conduct DOT inspections, operate cranes and heavy machinery, assist with rerailing and railcar work, and participate in safety briefings. A willingness to work 24/7 shifts is required and overtime, per diem, and travel pay may apply.