CDL-A Railroad Recovery & Heavy Equipment Operator

Qualdoc; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Qualdoc is hiring a CDL-A Railroad Equipment Operator for emergency railroad recovery and field operations in the Kansas City area. The role blends commercial driving, heavy equipment handling, and hands-on maintenance, with opportunities to support derailment recovery, track work, and load transfers.

The candidate must perform physical labor outdoors, be available for 24/7 emergencies, and travel locally as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL-A with clean driving record.
• Experience in construction labor or similar physically demanding role.
• Basic mechanical skills for field repairs and servicing.
• Ability to operate diverse construction equipment safely when qualified.
• Willingness to perform physical work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Availability for 24/7 emergency response, including nights/weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Inspect trucks, trailers, and equipment before/after use per DOT regulations.
• Drive tractor-trailers to job sites and verify loads and permits.
• Participate in daily job planning and safety briefings.
• Load/unload/move materials for railroad recovery and track work.
• Assist with rerailing, railcar maintenance, and load transfers.
• Help assemble and operate cranes and other heavy equipment.
• Perform rigging using chains, cables, and winches.
• Operate heavy equipment when qualified (cranes, bulldozers, excavators, etc.).
• Use hydraulic tools and welding equipment to complete tasks.
• Document maintenance activities and report issues to supervisor.
• Maintain safe, clean work areas and restock supplies.

Skills

CDL-A

Heavy equipment operation

Physical stamina

Safety-conscious

DOT regulations compliance

Tools

Crane operation

Backhoe

Bulldozer

Excavator

Skid-steer loader

Job description

Qualdoc is hiring a CDL-A Railroad Equipment Operator for emergency railroad recovery and field operations in the Kansas City area. The role blends commercial driving, heavy equipment handling, and hands-on maintenance, with opportunities to support derailment recovery, track work, and load transfers.

The candidate must perform physical labor outdoors, be available for 24/7 emergencies, and travel locally as needed.