Rail & Heavy Equipment Operator (CDL-A) – 24/7 Response

Socket.dev; Taneytown (MD); On-site; USD 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Hotel pay for travel

Layover pay

Job summary

Socket.dev in Taneytown, MD is seeking a CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator to support railroad emergency response and heavy equipment operations. You will travel to derailment sites, transport and operate cranes, backhoes, and other rail-related gear, and assist with re-railing and track work while performing routine equipment maintenance.

The role requires a strong work ethic, mechanical ability, and readiness to respond 24/7, including weekends and holidays, with overtime opportunities and travel

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class A CDL.
• Experience in construction, heavy equipment operation, or another physically demanding field.
• Ability to safely operate and work around heavy machinery.
• Must be available for 24/7 emergency response, including weekends and holidays.
• Willingness to travel as job assignments require.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment according to DOT requirements.
• Safely transport equipment and materials to and from work sites.
• Load, unload, stage, and secure equipment and materials.
• Operate heavy equipment such as cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, front-end loaders, rail-bound equipment, tractors, and skid-steer loaders when qualified.
• Assist with railroad re-railing, load adjustment/transfer, track maintenance, repair, grading, and construction activities.
• Assist with crane assembly, inspection, setup, and operation.
• Perform rigging tasks involving chains, cables, and winches.
• Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools.
• Monitor equipment and vehicles to maintain operational readiness.
• Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle service.
• Assist with disassembly and loading of cranes and other equipment.
• Restock vehicles and equipment with parts, supplies, and components after assignments.
• Maintain clean, organized vehicles, equipment, and work areas.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
• Assist other departments or work groups as needed.

Skills

CDL-A

Heavy equipment operation

Emergency response

Travel readiness

Tools

Cranes

Backhoes

Grapple trucks

Dump trucks

Excavators

Front-end loaders

Rail-bound equipment

Tractors

Skid-steer loaders

Job description

Socket.dev in Taneytown, MD is seeking a CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator to support railroad emergency response and heavy equipment operations. You will travel to derailment sites, transport and operate cranes, backhoes, and other rail-related gear, and assist with re-railing and track work while performing routine equipment maintenance.

The role requires a strong work ethic, mechanical ability, and readiness to respond 24/7, including weekends and holidays, with overtime opportunities and travel