Field CDL Driver – Rail Tech & Travel (Sign-On Bonus)

Sperry Rail, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Overtime opportunities

Travel expenses covered by Sperry

Job summary

Sperry Rail, Inc. in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a CDL Driver to operate hi-rail vehicles and support rail flaw-detection operations across multiple US regions.

This field-based role requires extensive travel (3–4 months at a time), strict DOT compliance, and the ability to pass DOT physicals, drug screens, and background checks; strong communication is essential for on-site collaboration and safety. Join a mission-driven team focused on safety, travel, and hands-on vehicle maintenance, with

Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class A or B with air brake endorsement
• Ability to pass a DOT physical, drug screen, and background check (where permitted by law)
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role

Responsibilities

• Travel extensively (3–4 months at a time) within assigned regions
• Perform all work in the field in varied and sometimes extreme weather conditions
• Operate hi-rail trucks and rail-bound detector cars on roadways and railroad tracks
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Maintain DOT compliance, including driver logs, inspections, and regulatory requirements
• Assist with rail flaw detection testing and data collection
• Monitor and interpret data on onboard computer systems
• Perform ground-level rail inspections using handheld equipment
• Assist with the repair and maintenance of the detector carriage and equipment
• Wear required PPE at all times and follow safety policies

Skills

CDL driving

Field work

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2+ years commercial driving experience

Job description

Sperry Rail, Inc. in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a CDL Driver to operate hi-rail vehicles and support rail flaw-detection operations across multiple US regions.

This field-based role requires extensive travel (3–4 months at a time), strict DOT compliance, and the ability to pass DOT physicals, drug screens, and background checks; strong communication is essential for on-site collaboration and safety. Join a mission-driven team focused on safety, travel, and hands-on vehicle maintenance, with