Hi-Rail Grapple Truck Operator

Vacancy Details

The CDL A Driver / Hi-Rail Grapple Truck Operator position is essential for supporting Capital Railroad Contracting's expanding railroad maintenance, construction, and material handling operations throughout the Midwest. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and to customer specifications while upholding the company's high standards for safety and quality.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely operate CDL A vehicles and hi-rail equipped grapple trucks on both roadways and railroad tracks
• Engage and disengage hi-rail gear when transitioning between roadway and rail operations
• Transport railroad materials, equipment, and supplies between project sites
• Operate grapple arm to safely lift, move, position, and unload rail materials
• Load and unload railroad ties, steel rail, scrap rail, brush, debris, and construction materials
• Utilize grapple equipment to support railroad maintenance and construction projects
• Secure loads according to DOT and company requirements
• Maintain awareness of surrounding personnel and equipment during material handling operations

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience operating grapple trucks, boom trucks, knuckle booms, loaders, or similar heavy equipment
• Pulling/Hauling Equipment Experience
• Experience within railroad construction, railroad maintenance, utility construction, heavy civil construction, forestry, or material handling environments preferred
• Valid Class A CDL required
• Hi-Rail operating experience preferred
• Strong understanding of DOT regulations and equipment inspections
• Experience performing preventative maintenance and equipment troubleshooting
• Proven ability to work safely in demanding outdoor construction environments
• Ability to travel and support multiple project sites as required

Company Truck Professional Skills

• CDL A Truck Operation
• Hi-Rail Equipment Operation
• Grapple Truck Operation
• Material Handling
• Railroad Maintenance Support
• Load Securement
• Equipment Inspection & Maintenance
• Mechanical Troubleshooting

Compensation

$35-40/HR Plus OTE

Benefits

• 2 weeks, paid holidays
• paid sick time
• medical, dental, vision, life insurances
• wellness program
• flexible spending accounts
• tuition reimbursement