Railroad Track Equipment Operator – CDL-A

Railroad Track Equipment Operator - CDL-A Location: Kansas City, MO Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time Starting Pay: $26.00/hour, with higher pay available depending on experience Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed weekly + significant overtime Availability: 24/7 emergency on-call Benefits: Full-time benefits Position Overview Hiring a Class A CDL Track Equipment Operator to support railroad track maintenance, emergency recovery, construction, and field operations. Driving is only a small part of this role. Most of the work involves heavy equipment operation, track work, material handling, and physical labor. This position requires flexibility for emergency assignments and the ability to work extended hours. Responsibilities Complete DOT pre- and post-trip inspections on trucks, trailers, and equipmentTransport equipment, materials, and machinery to and from job sitesInspect loads and verify permits for oversized or overweight transportationParticipate in daily work planning and safety briefingsLoad, unload, stage, and position materials and equipmentPerform and assist with track maintenance, track repair, new construction, grading, and railroad recovery operationsAssist with crane setup, inspection, operation, breakdown, and transportationPerform rigging using chains, cables, and winchesOperate equipment such as cranes, backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, dump trucks, tractors, skid steers, and rail-bound equipmentUse hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and hand toolsPerform basic field repairs and minor equipment maintenance, including oil changesMonitor equipment and vehicles to help maintain safe and reliable operationComplete maintenance documentation and report larger mechanical issues for further repairSecure and reload equipment following assignmentsRestock parts, supplies, and components as neededMaintain clean, organized vehicles, equipment, and work areasAssist other crews or departments when neededFollow all safety requirements and work practices Requirements Valid Class A CDL with a good driving recordBasic mechanical skills for minor roadside equipment repairsConstruction, heavy equipment, or physically demanding field-work experienceAbility to safely operate heavy equipmentStrong preference for candidates with manual-transmission equipment experienceAbility to complete required qualification testing, training, and safety programsComfortable working in physically demanding field conditionsMust be available for 24/7 emergency response, including weekends and holidaysAbility to work extended hours and unpredictable schedules Preferred Experience 3+ years of heavy equipment operation, including experience with:BackhoesBulldozersExcavatorsFront-end loadersGrapple trucksRail-bound equipmentTractorsSkid-steer loaders Railroad track maintenance, repair, construction, or recovery experience is a plusEquivalent training and hands-on experience may be considered Hours & Additional Compensation 40 hours guaranteed per weekTypical workweeks average 60+ hours, with some weeks reaching approximately 70 hoursHours worked outside Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM are paid at 1.5x overtimePer diem, hotel expenses for required travel, and layover pay may be available when applicableLocal and out-of-area emergency assignments may be required Pre-Employment Requirements Drug screeningBackground checkRequired qualification and safety testing Interview: Candidates must bring steel-toed boots. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.