CDL-A Track Equipment Operator

Qualdoc
  • Kansas City, MO
  • $26 Per Hour
7 days ago

Job Description

CDL-A Track Equipment Operator

Location: Kansas City, MO
Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time
Starting Pay: $26.00/hour — higher pay may be 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 Equipment Operator to support railroad track construction, maintenance, repair, and emergency response projects.

This is a hands-on field position. Driving is only a small part of the job; employees will also operate heavy equipment, assist with track work, handle materials, and perform physical labor at job sites.

Responsibilities

  • Complete pre- and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with DOT requirements.
  • Transport equipment and materials to and from job sites.
  • Inspect loads and verify permits for oversized or overweight equipment.
  • Participate in daily work planning and safety meetings.
  • Load, unload, move, and stage equipment and materials for track and railroad projects.
  • Assist with railroad track maintenance, repair, construction, grading, and related field work.
  • Support load adjustment and transfer operations.
  • Help assemble, inspect, and operate cranes and other equipment.
  • Assist with rigging using 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 equipment and vehicles for safe and reliable operation.
  • Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle maintenance.
  • Assist with equipment disassembly, loading, and job-site cleanup.
  • Restock vehicles and equipment with parts, components, and supplies.
  • Maintain clean and organized vehicles, equipment, tools, and work areas.
  • Follow all safety policies and procedures.
  • Assist other teams or departments when needed.

Requirements

  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a good driving record.
  • Construction labor, heavy equipment, or other physically demanding work experience.
  • Ability to operate heavy equipment safely.
  • Ability to complete required qualification, training, and safety programs.
  • Must be available 24/7 for emergency calls, including weekends and holidays.
  • Comfortable performing physical labor and working extended hours when needed.

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 weeks average 60+ hours, with some weeks reaching approximately 70 hours.
  • Hours worked 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

LocationKansas City, MO

Skills

  • Background Investigationunmatched
  • Backhoe Loaderunmatched
  • Bulldozerunmatched
  • CDL Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Class A Licenseunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Construction Supportunmatched
  • Craneunmatched
  • Disassemblersunmatched
  • 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
  • Plan Meetingsunmatched
  • Project Planningunmatched
  • Project Trackingunmatched
  • Railroad Constructionunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Skid Steer Loaderunmatched
  • Training Programunmatched
  • Truck Driverunmatched
  • Weldingunmatched
  • Wheel/Front-End Loaderunmatched

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