- Salary
- $26+
- Location
- Kansas City, MO
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Qualdoc Staffing
- Source
- Lever
Description
CDL-A Equipment Operator – Railroad Operations
Location: Kansas City, MO
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $26.00/hour, with potential for higher pay based on experience
Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed per week; average of 60+ hours per week, with some weeks reaching 70 hours
Availability: On-call 24/7, including weekends and holidays
Position Overview
We are seeking a dependable CDL-A driver and equipment operator to support railroad recovery, derailment response, and track-related operations. This position combines equipment transportation, heavy machinery operation, hands-on fieldwork, and basic equipment maintenance.
Driving makes up approximately 10% of the role. Most responsibilities involve operating construction equipment, assisting field crews, and helping restore railroad operations safely and efficiently. Candidates must be comfortable responding to emergency calls at any time.