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Velocity Rail Solutions
Class A CDL Driver | Locomotive Fueling | Hazmat & Tanker | Home Daily |$78,890 + Annually -Must Live in Illinois
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Join Velocity Rail Solutions Velocity Rail Solutions has long-term contracts with Class I Railroads to provide locomotive fueling services across the country. Our dedicated trucks operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, providing stable, year-round employment with guaranteed hours and consistent pay. Report to
Location:
Bedford Park, IL (Must Live in Illinois)Why Drivers Choose Velocity Annual Earnings:
$78,890 +Weekly Pay:
$1,610/week for 60-hour weeks $1,196/week for 48-hour weeks Home Daily Guaranteed Hours Every Week Built-In weekly Overtime Paid Weekly Year-Round, Non-Seasonal Work Long-Term Stability with Class I Railroad Contracts Paid Training- No Previous Tanker or Fueling Experience Required Full Benefits Available After 30 Days PTO Begins Accruing on Day One Paid Holidays
- Even If You're Not Scheduled to Work 401(k)
- Contribute 5%, Receive a 4% Company Match with Immediate Vesting Schedule Straight PM shift position Week 1 (5 days): Thursday thru Monday 17:00 to 05:00 with Tuesday and Wednesday off Week 2 (5 days): Friday thru Tuesday 17:00 to 05:00 with Wednesday and Thursday off Week 3 (4 days): Friday thru Monday 17:00 to 05:00 with Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday off 60-60-48-hour rotational schedule Guaranteed 12-hour paid shifts Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays Work on an on-call basis during your scheduled shift and be ready to respond when dispatched by the railroad What You'll Do This is not typical trucking.
Responsibilities include:
Climbing in and out of your truck or locomotive steps multiple times per shift Safely fuel locomotives using specialized fueling equipment Stick fuel tanks and monitor fuel levels Pull hoses and operate fuel nozzles Work safely around active rail equipment Complete required inspections and documentation Follow all company, railroad, DOT, and safety procedures Be prepared to work outdoors in all weather conditions Because rail operations run 24/7, dispatches can occur at any time during your shift. You'll be paid for the entire 12-hour shift—including breaks, lunch, and wait time—regardless of the number of dispatches received. Benefits Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Individual & Family Coverage) 401(k) with 4% Company Match (Immediate Vesting) Company-Paid Life Insurance, AD&D & Long-Term Disability Short-Term Disability Health Savings Account (HSA) Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program Legal & Financial Assistance Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Plans Paid Holidays Paid Sick Time Paid Time Off Annual Work Boot Reimbursement Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement Minimum Qualifications Valid Class A CDL Hazmat Endorsement Tanker Endorsement Valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (Med Card) FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse compliant Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) No DUI/DWI convictions within the past three (3) years Ability to pass company, customer, railroad, and government background checks Moderate computer skills Ability to work independently Strong commitment to safety and reliability Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to climb, bend, kneel, walk on uneven surfaces, and safely work around active locomotives Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays Build a Career with Velocity If you're looking for steady income, guaranteed weekly hours, built-in overtime, home daily schedules, and a company that values its drivers, Velocity Rail Solutions offers a unique career opportunity that keeps America's railroads moving. Velocity Rail Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
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A Train or Tram Driver drives diesel, diesel-electric, electric and steam locomotives that transport passengers and goods on surface and underground railways.
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