CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator
Taneytown, MD On-site
$57,200 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator Location: Taneytown, MD Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire Starting Salary: $57,200.00, with higher pay possible based on experience Position Overview Seeking a CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator to support railroad emergency response and equipment operations. This position involves traveling to derailment sites, transporting and operating heavy equipment, assisting with re-railing and track work, and performing equipment maintenance. The role requires a strong work ethic, mechanical ability, and the flexibility to respond to emergency calls 24/7, including weekends and holidays . Schedule & Compensation • 40 hours guaranteed per week. • Typical workweeks average 60+ hours , with some weeks reaching approximately 70 hours. • Hours outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM are paid at 1.5x overtime . • Per diem, hotel pay for travel, and layover pay may apply. • During periods without emergency calls, employees assist with safety training, preventive maintenance, and shop activities. Responsibilities • Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment according to DOT requirements. • Safely transport equipment and materials to and from work sites. • Load, unload, stage, and secure equipment and materials. • Operate heavy equipment such as cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, front-end loaders, rail-bound equipment, tractors, and skid-steer loaders when qualified. • Assist with railroad re-railing, load adjustment/transfer, track maintenance, repair, grading, and construction activities. • Assist with crane assembly, inspection, setup, and operation. • Perform rigging tasks involving chains, cables, and winches . • Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools . • Monitor equipment and vehicles to maintain operational readiness. • Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle service. • Assist with disassembly and loading of cranes and other equipment. • Restock vehicles and equipment with parts, supplies, and components after assignments. • Maintain clean, organized vehicles, equipment, and work areas. • Follow all required safety policies and procedures. • Assist other departments or work groups as needed. Requirements • Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record. • Experience in construction, heavy equipment operation, or another physically demanding field. • Ability to safely operate and work around heavy machinery. • Ability to perform physical labor as required at railroad and construction sites. • Must successfully complete required qualification, training, and safety programs. • Must be available for 24/7 emergency response , including weekends and holidays. • Willingness to travel as job assignments require. Preferred Experience • 3+ years operating heavy equipment, including backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, rail-bound equipment, tractors, or skid-steer loaders. • Equivalent combination of training and hands-on experience will be considered. Pre-Employment Requirements • Drug screening • Background check
What you'll bring
- Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.
- Experience in construction, heavy equipment operation, or another physically demanding field.
- Ability to safely operate and work around heavy machinery.
- Ability to perform physical labor as required at railroad and construction sites.
- Must successfully complete required qualification, training, and safety programs.
- Must be available for 24/7 emergency response, including weekends and holidays.
- Willingness to travel as job assignments require.
- Drug screening
- Equivalent combination of training and hands-on experience will be considered.