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CDL A Railroad & Heavy Equipment Operator

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00 AM–4:00 PM are paid at time-and-a-half. Additional compensation ma

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OtherHeavy Equipment Operator

Location: Kansas City, MO
Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time
Starting Pay: $26.00/hour — higher pay may be available depending on experience
Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed weekly + significant overtime
Availability: 24/7 emergency on-call
Benefits: Full-time benefits

Hiring Class A CDL professionals for hands-on railroad field work involving train derailment recovery, track work, heavy equipment operation, and material handling.

Driving is approximately 10% of the role. Most of the work involves operating construction equipment, physical field work, equipment handling, and supporting railroad recovery operations.

This position requires 24/7 emergency availability, including weekends and holidays. Typical workweeks average 60+ hours, with some weeks reaching approximately 70 hours.

  • Perform DOT-compliant pre- and post-trip inspections.
  • Drive tractor-trailers to and from work sites and safely transport equipment and materials.
  • Inspect transported loads and verify overweight/oversize permits.
  • Attend daily safety briefings and review work plans before beginning assignments.
  • Load, unload, move, and stage equipment and materials.
  • Support train derailment recovery, rerailing, load transfers, and track maintenance, repair, and construction.
  • Assist with crane setup, inspection, assembly, and operation.
  • Perform rigging using chains, cables, and winches.
  • Operate heavy equipment when qualified, including cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, and other construction equipment.
  • Perform specialty lifting, rerailing, grading, load transfer, and track-related work.
  • Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools.
  • Monitor vehicles and equipment to maintain safe and reliable operation.
  • Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle servicing.
  • Report more complex mechanical issues to the appropriate supervisor.
  • Assist with equipment disassembly and loading after assignments.
  • Restock vehicles and equipment with parts, components, and supplies.
  • Clean and organize vehicles, equipment, tools, and work areas.
  • Assist other departments when operational needs require.
  • Follow all required safety policies and procedures.

    • 3+ years of heavy equipment operation preferred, including:

    • Backhoe
    • Bulldozer
    • Excavator
    • Front-end loader
    • Grapple truck
    • Rail-bound equipment
    • Tractor
    • Skid-steer loader

      • Equivalent combinations of training and experience may be considered.

  • Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.
  • Construction labor or comparable physically demanding work experience.
  • Ability to safely operate heavy equipment.
  • Ability to pass required qualification testing and training programs.
  • Comfortable performing physical labor in field conditions.
  • Willingness to respond to emergency calls and work extended hours.
  • Must be available 24/7, including weekends and holidays.
  • 40 hours guaranteed per week.
  • Significant overtime; typical combined regular and overtime hours average 60+ hours/week.
  • Some weeks may reach approximately 70 hours.
  • Hours worked outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM are paid at time-and-a-half.
  • Additional compensation may include per diem, hotel pay for required travel, and layover pay when applicable.
  • During periods without emergency assignments, employees may perform safety training, preventive maintenance, and equipment-related shop work.
    • Pre-employment drug screening
    • Background check
    • Required qualification and safety testing

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

    Location & Eligibility

    Where is the job
    Kansas City, United States
    On-site at the office
    Who can apply
    US

    Listing Details

    Posted
    October 1, 2026
    First seen
    October 1, 2026
    Last seen
    October 1, 2026

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