- Salary
- $26+
- Location
- Richmond, VA
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Qualdoc Staffing
- Source
- Lever
Description
CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Railroad Field Operations
Job Type: Full-Time Hire with Benefits
Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed weekly; significant overtime, with an average of 60+ combined regular and overtime hours per week
Availability: 24/7 emergency response, including weekends and holidays
Pay: Starting at $26/hour; higher starting rates may be available based on experience. Hours worked outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM are paid at time-and-a-half. Additional compensation may include per diem, hotel pay for travel, and layover pay when applicable.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Class A CDL Heavy Equipment Operator for regional field work supporting railroad recovery and construction activities. The role combines commercial driving, heavy equipment operation, material handling, and hands-on field support.
Responsibilities may include railroad rerailing, railcar maintenance and repair, load adjustment or transfer, track maintenance, track repair, grading, and new construction.
