CDL Equipment Operator (Re-rail) at Qualdoc

Candor, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jan, 26

Salary

26.0

Posted On

02 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

CDL, Heavy Equipment Operation, Safety Compliance, Construction Labor, Equipment Inspection, Transportation, Rerailing Operations, Track Maintenance, Hydraulic Tools, Welding, Cutting, Electrical Tools, Rigging, Emergency Response, Team Collaboration, Site Clean-Up

Industry

Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting

Description

Qualdoc is seeking Class A CDL drivers for an exciting position involving the remedying of train derailments in the region. Responsible for loading, unloading and safe transportation of equipment and/or materials to/from job site, operation of equipment at job site (if qualified) and providing assistance in one or more of the following: rerailing operations, maintenance/repair of railroad cars, load adjust/transfer activities and track maintenance/repair/new builds. Ensures that all activities are carried out in a safe, effective, professional, and efficient manner. This is a full-time hire with benefits. \n Shift Details: 40 hours guaranteed each week Significant overtime hours (combined regular & OT average 60+ hours/week) On call 24/7 to respond to emergencies Compensation Details: Hourly rate starts at $26.00/hour, depending upon experience Hours outside of M-Fri 7am-4pm are paid at the overtime rate (time and a half) Other compensation includes per diem, hotel pay for any travel, layover pay if over hours Job Duties: Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspection of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with Company policy and D.O.T. regulations. Drives tractor-trailer to/from job sites, inspects loads, and machinery being transported. Verifies transportation permits to ensure that specifications for overweight and oversize loads/equipment are accurate. Upon arrival at job site, participates in discussions related to the days’ work plan in to ensure safety/efficiency in carrying out daily work assignment. Actively participates in daily safety briefing. Moves, stages, loads/unloads materials/equipment in preparation of work activities for rerailing, load adjust/transfer, and/or track maintenance/repair/new builds. Upon conclusion of assignment ensures that equipment/materials are reloaded for safe transportation and actively participates in site clean-up. Assist in assembly, inspection, and operation of cranes and other equipment. Operates equipment in conformance with standard operational policies/procedures while following all safety rules/regulations. Assist with rigging and connection of chains, cables, and winches during derailments. Performs equipment operations with awareness to surroundings and co-workers so as to avoid dangerous situations. Operates equipment (cranes, backhoes, grapple truck, dump truck, excavators, etc.) in accomplishment of tasks associated with specialty lifting, re-railing, load transfer, track maintenance/repair, grading or other work in preparation for railroad construction and related activities. Works with hydraulic tools, welding, cutting with torches, electrical tools and common hand tools in accomplishment of work assignments. Continuously monitors equipment/vehicles to minimize down town and to ensure operational readiness. Perform and document minor service on equipment/vehicles, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Shop Manager/Foreman for repair. Participates in disassembly/loading of cranes and other equipment as necessary at the end of job assignment. Upon return to home base restocks vehicles/equipment with necessary parts, components, supplies in preparation of future work. Sorts scrap materials placing same in designated locations. Flexible/work-ready to perform tasks for other departments/divisions as may be required to meet business needs and customer expectations. Follows all required safety policies and procedures. Maintains vehicles/equipment and work area ensuring that they are cleared of debris/trash, tools and equipment are organized and that the work area/vehicle/equipment present the level of quality and craftsmanship expected. Requirements: Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with good driving record Experience in construction labor or a similar role with physical labor requirements Must pass qualification tests as required (training/ safety programs) Be available 24/7 availability in order to respond to emergency calls for service, including weekends and holidays Preferred Skills/ Experience: 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment including backhoe, bulldozer, excavator, front-end loader, grapple truck, rail-bound equipment, tractor and skid-steer loaders; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Pre-Employment Requirements: Pre-Employment drug screen Background check \n

Responsibilities

The CDL Equipment Operator is responsible for loading, unloading, and transporting equipment and materials to job sites, as well as operating equipment and assisting in rerailing operations and track maintenance. The role requires active participation in safety briefings and ensuring all activities are conducted safely and efficiently.