Grapple Truck Operator – CDL A | Road Construction

Martinus Rail; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 58,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Per diem

Relocation assistance may be available

Job summary

Martinus Rail is seeking a Grapple Truck Operator for rail construction to support our ongoing projects. You will operate hi-rail equipment, maneuver vehicles on construction sites, and maintain a safety conscious work ethic.

The role requires at least 2 years of grapple truck experience in railroad settings, willingness to work in all weather, nights, weekends and holidays, and a CDL A. Travel is required as assigned, with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able and have a willingness to work at heights.
• Must be willing to work in all types of weather conditions
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, on-call, nights, weekends & holidays
• Able to work in a team environment and individually.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, willingness to take direction.
• Willingness to tackle new and challenging tasks.
• Required minimum 2 years experience running a grapple truck in a railroad related field.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
• Essential physical requirements, such as climbing, standing, bending, twisting and lifting.
• Exposures encountered, such as hazardous materials, loud noise, extreme heat/cold.
• Travel requirements as assigned.
• Must pass federal background check.
• Ability to comply with FRA 219 drug program.
• Possess and demonstrate knowledge of FRA 213 rules and regulations.
• Must have CDL A

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safety conscious work ethic.
• Maneuver vehicles and other machinery around construction areas.
• Operation of hi-rail equipment, such as grapple truck.
• Should possess acute visual perception abilities to accurately judge distances.
• A basic understanding of electronics to operate many newer vehicles.
• Daily equipment inspection and maintenance.
• Will obey all traffic laws, ordinances, occupational hazards, and standard safety practices.
• Be familiar with federal and state regulations as they relate to the railroad industry.
• Adhere to and promote safe work practices.
• Effectively communicate with team members and customers.

Skills

Height work

Weather resilience

Flexible schedule

Team player

Communication

Safety-conscious

CDL A

Job description

Martinus Rail is seeking a Grapple Truck Operator for rail construction to support our ongoing projects. You will operate hi-rail equipment, maneuver vehicles on construction sites, and maintain a safety conscious work ethic.

The role requires at least 2 years of grapple truck experience in railroad settings, willingness to work in all weather, nights, weekends and holidays, and a CDL A. Travel is required as assigned, with competitive pay and benefits.