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Qualdoc · 4 hours ago

CDL Equipment Operator (Re-rail)

Taneytown, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$26/hr - $26/hr

3+ years exp

Qualdoc is seeking Class A CDL drivers for an exciting position involving the remedying of train derailments in the region. The role involves loading, unloading, and safe transportation of equipment, as well as operation of equipment at job sites and participation in rerailing operations and track maintenance.

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Responsibilities

Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspection of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with Company policy and D.O.T. regulations

Drives tractor-trailer to/from job sites, inspects loads, and machinery being transported. Verifies transportation permits to ensure that specifications for overweight and oversize loads/equipment are accurate

Upon arrival at job site, participates in discussions related to the days’ work plan in to ensure safety/efficiency in carrying out daily work assignment. Actively participates in daily safety briefing

Moves, stages, loads/unloads materials/equipment in preparation of work activities for rerailing, load adjust/transfer, and/or track maintenance/repair/new builds. Upon conclusion of assignment ensures that equipment/materials are reloaded for safe transportation and actively participates in site clean-up

Assist in assembly, inspection, and operation of cranes and other equipment. Operates equipment in conformance with standard operational policies/procedures while following all safety rules/regulations. Assist with rigging and connection of chains, cables, and winches during derailments. Performs equipment operations with awareness to surroundings and co-workers so as to avoid dangerous situations

Operates equipment (cranes, backhoes, grapple truck, dump truck, excavators, etc.) in accomplishment of tasks associated with specialty lifting, re-railing, load transfer, track maintenance/repair, grading or other work in preparation for railroad construction and related activities

Works with hydraulic tools, welding, cutting with torches, electrical tools and common hand tools in accomplishment of work assignments

Continuously monitors equipment/vehicles to minimize down time and to ensure operational readiness

Perform and document minor service on equipment/vehicles, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Shop Manager/Foreman for repair

Participates in disassembly/loading of cranes and other equipment as necessary at the end of job assignment

Upon return to home base restocks vehicles/equipment with necessary parts, components, supplies in preparation of future work. Sorts scrap materials placing same in designated locations

Flexible/work-ready to perform tasks for other departments/divisions as may be required to meet business needs and customer expectations

Follows all required safety policies and procedures

Maintains vehicles/equipment and work area ensuring that they are cleared of debris/trash, tools and equipment are organized and that the work area/vehicle/equipment present the level of quality and craftsmanship expected

Qualification

Class A CDLHeavy equipment operationConstruction labor experienceHydraulic toolsSafety complianceTeam collaboration

Required

Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with good driving record

Experience in construction labor or a similar role with physical labor requirements

Must pass qualification tests as required (training/ safety programs)

Be available 24/7 availability in order to respond to emergency calls for service, including weekends and holidays

Preferred

3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment including backhoe, bulldozer, excavator, front-end loader, grapple truck, rail-bound equipment, tractor and skid-steer loaders; or an equivalent combination of training and experience