CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Rerail & Rail Maintenance

Socket.dev; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Benefits

Job summary

Socket.dev seeks a Class A CDL driver to support railroad derailment response and related operations. You will transport and operate equipment, assist rerailing, track maintenance, load transfers, and other field duties in an emergency-response setting.

The candidate should be safety-focused, mechanically inclined, physically capable, and willing to work extended hours with significant overtime eligibility. 40 hours weekly guaranteed with overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.
• Experience in construction labor or a similar physically demanding role.
• Ability to pass required qualification tests, training and safety programs.
• 24/7 availability for emergency service calls, including weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment per safety rules.
• Safely operate tractor-trailers to job sites and inspect loads/equipment.
• Verify permits and ensure overweight/oversize load specs are accurate.
• Participate in daily work planning and safety briefings.
• Load/unload/move materials for rerailing, load transfer, and track maintenance.

Skills

CDL-A driver

Heavy equipment

Emergency response

Safety focused

Physically capable

Job description

Socket.dev seeks a Class A CDL driver to support railroad derailment response and related operations. You will transport and operate equipment, assist rerailing, track maintenance, load transfers, and other field duties in an emergency-response setting.

The candidate should be safety-focused, mechanically inclined, physically capable, and willing to work extended hours with significant overtime eligibility. 40 hours weekly guaranteed with overtime opportunities.