CDL-A Railroad Field Operator Qualdoc - 5.0 Allentown, PA Job Details Full-time From $26 an hour 16 hours ago Qualifications Outdoor work experience Commercial truck driving

CDL A Full Job Description CDL-A Railroad Field Operator Location:

Allentown, PA |

Regional Travel Job Type:

Full-Time |

Direct Hire Pay:

Starting at $26/hour , higher depending on experience

Benefits:

Full benefits package Role Overview We are hiring a CDL-A Railroad Field Operator for hands-on railroad and heavy equipment work. This position combines commercial driving with equipment transportation, railroad recovery, track maintenance, rigging, construction support, and emergency response. The role requires comfort working outdoors, operating or assisting with heavy equipment, using various tools, and working as part of a field crew. Responsibilities Perform DOT pre-trip and post-trip inspections on trucks, trailers, and equipment. Transport equipment and materials to and from job sites while confirming loads and required permits. Load, unload, position, and secure machinery and materials. Participate in job planning, crew coordination, and daily safety briefings. Support railroad re-railing, load transfers, track maintenance, repairs, and new construction . Assist with crane setup, inspection, assembly, and operation. Perform rigging using chains, cables, and winches . Operate heavy equipment when properly qualified, including: Cranes Backhoes Grapple trucks Dump trucks Excavators Bulldozers Front-end loaders Rail-bound equipment Tractors Skid-steer loaders Use hydraulic tools, welding and cutting torches, electrical tools, and hand tools . Monitor trucks, vehicles, and equipment to help ensure safe and reliable operation. Perform and document minor vehicle and equipment servicing. Assist with equipment breakdown, disassembly, loading, transportation, and site cleanup. Maintain necessary parts, supplies, and components on vehicles and equipment. Sort and move scrap materials to designated locations. Keep vehicles, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and ready for use. Provide support to other crews and departments as needed. Follow safety requirements and maintain established quality standards. Required Qualifications Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) . Good driving record. Experience in construction, field labor, equipment operation, or another physically demanding environment. Ability to complete required training, qualifications, and safety programs. Available for 24/7 emergency service calls , including weekends and holidays. Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work. Preferred Experience 3+ years of heavy equipment operation involving one or more of the following: Backhoe Bulldozer Excavator Front-end loader Grapple truck Rail-bound equipment Tractor Skid-steer loader Equivalent combinations of training and experience may be considered. Schedule & Compensation 40 hours guaranteed per week Average 60+ hours per week with significant overtime Work outside Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM paid at 1.5x overtime 24/7 emergency on-call rotation Regional travel Per diem Hotel accommodations/pay for qualifying travel Layover pay when applicable Full benefits package Pre-Employment Requirements Drug screening Background check 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.