CDL Heavy Equipment Operator & Rail Field Tech

Qualdoc; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualdoc is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator / Class A CDL Technician for regional travel. The role combines driving, heavy equipment operation, and field service supporting railroad recovery, rerailing, and track maintenance.

You will perform DOT inspections, transport machinery to sites, assist with crane and equipment assembly, and work 24/7 to support emergencies. Valid Class A CDL and 3+ years of heavy equipment experience required; per diem and travel pay may apply.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.
• 3+ years operating heavy equipment.
• Experience in construction labor or other physically demanding roles.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Willingness to respond to 24/7 emergency calls.

Responsibilities

• Conduct DOT-compliant pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment.
• Safely transport tractors, trailers, machinery, materials, and other equipment to and from job sites.
• Inspect loads and verify permits for overweight and oversized transportation.
• Participate in daily work planning and safety briefings.
• Load, unload, move, and stage equipment and materials for field operations.
• Support rerailing, load adjustment/transfer, railroad car maintenance and repair, and track maintenance, repair, and construction.
• Assist with crane and equipment assembly, inspection, setup, and operation.
• Help rig chains, cables, and winches during recovery operations.
• Operate equipment such as cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, bulldozers, front-end loaders, rail-bound equipment, tractors, and skid-steer loaders when qualified.
• Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools.
• Monitor trucks and equipment to identify issues and maintain readiness.
• Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle service; report major problems.

Skills

Class A CDL

Heavy equipment

DOT inspections

Crane operation

Rigging

Equipment maintenance

Safety compliance

24/7 response

Tools

Hydraulic tools

Welding equipment

Cutting torches

Electrical tools

Hand tools

Job description

Qualdoc is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator / Class A CDL Technician for regional travel. The role combines driving, heavy equipment operation, and field service supporting railroad recovery, rerailing, and track maintenance.

You will perform DOT inspections, transport machinery to sites, assist with crane and equipment assembly, and work 24/7 to support emergencies. Valid Class A CDL and 3+ years of heavy equipment experience required; per diem and travel pay may apply.