Railroad Equipment Operator – CDL A

CDL-A Equipment Laborer (Load Adjust) Location: Fort Worth, TX Job Type: Direct Hire, Full-Time Pay Rate:Starting at $26.00/hour, depending on experience Benefits: Full benefits package Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed per week + significant overtime On-Call: 24/7 availability required, including weekends and holidays Position Overview We are seeking a Class A CDL Equipment Laborer (Load Adjust) to support railroad emergency response and construction-related operations. This position involves transporting and operating heavy equipment, assisting with rerailing operations, load adjustments and transfers, track maintenance and repair, and other physically demanding job-site activities. The role requires individuals who are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, operating a variety of construction equipment, performing physical labor, and responding quickly to emergency service calls. Employees may average 60+ hours per week, with some weeks reaching approximately 70 hours depending on emergency response and operational needs.

Responsibilities • Complete DOT-compliant pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment.

• Drive tractor-trailers to and from work sites and verify transported equipment and loads.

• Check permits for overweight and oversize equipment and loads.

• Participate in daily planning and job-site safety briefings.

• Load, unload, stage, and move equipment and materials for rerailing, load transfers, track work, grading, and construction.

• Assist with railroad derailment response, specialty lifting, rerailing, and track maintenance or repair.

• Help assemble, inspect, and operate cranes and other heavy equipment.

• Perform rigging activities, including connecting chains, cables, and winches.

• Operate equipment such as cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators , and other construction or rail equipment when qualified.

• Use hydraulic tools, welding and cutting equipment, electrical tools, and hand tools as needed.

• Assist with equipment disassembly, loading, and securing after assignments.

• Monitor trucks and equipment for operating issues and help minimize downtime.

• Perform and document minor vehicle and equipment service; report major mechanical concerns to the Shop Manager or Foreman.

• Restock vehicles and equipment with required parts, components, and supplies.

• Clean work areas and properly sort and dispose of scrap materials.

• Assist other departments as operational needs require.

• Maintain vehicles, equipment, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.

• Follow all applicable company safety procedures and regulations.

Schedule & Overtime • 40 hours guaranteed per week

• Significant overtime available; combined regular and overtime hours typically average 60+ hours per week

• Hours worked outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM are paid at time-and-a-half

• 24/7 emergency on-call availability required

• Must be available for weekends and holidays when needed

• During downtime, rerail team members may perform safety training, preventive maintenance, and equipment-related shop work.

Requirements • Class A CDL with a good driving record

• Construction labor or similar physically demanding work experience

• Ability to safely operate construction and heavy equipment

• Ability to complete required qualification testing, training, and safety programs

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond to emergency calls

• Ability to perform physically demanding work safely

Preferred Equipment Experience 3+ years of heavy equipment operation preferred, including experience with:

• Backhoe

• Bulldozer

• Excavator

• Front-end loader

• Grapple truck

• Rail-bound equipment

• Tractor

• Skid-steer loader

An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Additional Compensation • Per diem

• Hotel accommodations or payment for required travel

• Layover pay when applicable

Pre-Employment Requirements • Pre-employment drug screen

• Background check

Interview Requirement: Candidates must bring steel-toed boots to the interview.