Location: Minneapolis, MN Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire Starting Pay: $26.00/hour — higher pay available depending on experience Benefits: Full-time benefits Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed weekly + significant overtime Availability: 24/7 emergency on-call
Position Overview
We are hiring a Class A CDL Rerail Operator to assist with railroad emergency response and recovery operations. This position combines equipment operation, transportation, material handling, and hands-on field work.
Driving is only a small part of the position. When not responding to emergencies, employees may assist with equipment maintenance, preventive maintenance, and safety training.
Responsibilities
Complete pre- and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with DOT requirements.
Transport equipment, machinery, and materials safely to and from work locations.
Inspect loads and confirm permits for oversized or overweight equipment.
Participate in daily work planning and safety briefings.
Load, unload, move, and stage equipment and materials for rerailing and railroad operations.
Assist with train rerailing, load adjustment and transfer, railroad car maintenance/repair, track maintenance, repair, and new construction.
Help assemble, inspect, and operate cranes and other equipment.
Assist with rigging and connecting chains, cables, and winches.
Operate equipment such as:
Cranes
Backhoes
Bulldozers
Excavators
Front-end loaders
Grapple trucks
Dump trucks
Rail-bound equipment
Tractors
Skid-steer loaders
Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools.
Monitor vehicles and equipment to help maintain safe and reliable operation.
Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle servicing.
Assist with equipment disassembly, loading, and cleanup after assignments.
Restock vehicles and equipment with parts, components, and supplies.
Maintain organized work areas, vehicles, tools, and equipment.
Follow all safety policies and procedures.
Assist other departments or crews as needed.
Requirements
Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a good driving record.
Construction, equipment operation, or other physically demanding labor experience.
Ability to safely operate heavy equipment.
Ability to complete required qualification, training, and safety programs.
Must be available 24/7 for emergency response, including weekends and holidays.
Comfortable performing physical field work and working extended hours when required.
Preferred Experience
3+ years of heavy equipment operating experience, including:
Backhoe
Bulldozer
Excavator
Front-end loader
Grapple truck
Rail-bound equipment
Tractor
Skid-steer loader
Equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
Schedule & Compensation
40 hours guaranteed per week.
Typical workweeks average 60+ hours, with some weeks reaching approximately 70 hours.
Hours outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM are paid at time-and-a-half overtime rates.
Additional compensation may include per diem, hotel expenses for travel, and layover pay, when applicable.
24/7 on-call availability is required for emergency response.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Drug screening
Background check
Required qualification and safety testing
Interview: Candidates should bring steel-toed boots to the interview.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Minneapolis, MN
Skills
Automotive Repair and Maintenanceunmatched
Background Investigationunmatched
Backhoe Loaderunmatched
Bulldozerunmatched
CDL Driver's Licenseunmatched
Class A Licenseunmatched
Constructionunmatched
Construction Equipment Operationunmatched
Craneunmatched
Disassemblersunmatched
Disaster Recoveryunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Dump Truck/Tipperunmatched
Electricityunmatched
Emergency Responseunmatched
Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
Excavatorunmatched
Hand Toolsunmatched
Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
High Availabilityunmatched
Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
Loading/Unloadingunmatched
Maintenance Servicesunmatched
Material Movingunmatched
On Callunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Physical Demandsunmatched
Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
Project Planningunmatched
Safety Trainingunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Skid Steer Loaderunmatched
Training Programunmatched
Truck Driverunmatched
Weldingunmatched
Wheel/Front-End Loaderunmatched
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