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Rail Recovery Equipment Specialist (CDL-A) 
Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Rate: Starts at $26.00/Hour can be higher depending on experience
Overview
We are seeking motivated CDL-A professionals to join a specialized field operations team supporting railroad emergency response and infrastructure projects throughout the region.
This role combines commercial driving, equipment operation, and hands-on field work. Team members assist with rail incident recovery, transportation of heavy equipment, railcar support activities, material transfers, and track-related maintenance and construction projects. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors, traveling when necessary, and responding to urgent situations on short notice.
This is a full-time direct hire opportunity offering excellent overtime potential, travel-related compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Schedule
Guaranteed 40-hour workweek
Frequent overtime opportunities (commonly exceeding 60 hours per week)
Required availability for emergency callouts 24 hours per day, 7 days per week
Weekend and holiday response work may be required
Pay & Additional Compensation
Starting wage of $26.00 per hour or higher depending on qualifications
Overtime paid at time-and-a-half for work performed outside standard weekday hours (Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM)
Travel per diem
Company-paid lodging during overnight assignments
Layover compensation when applicable
Key Responsibilities
Transportation & Mobilization
Conduct required vehicle and equipment inspections before and after use
Safely transport equipment, tools, and materials using CDL-A commercial vehicles
Verify proper load securement and inspect transported equipment
Confirm compliance with permits related to oversized or overweight loads
Emergency Response & Field Operations
Participate in job planning discussions and safety meetings before beginning work
Assist with mobilization and setup activities at project sites
Load, unload, move, and stage equipment and materials needed for field operations
Support rail recovery efforts, material transfer projects, and track-related construction activities
Help restore work areas and secure equipment for transport upon project completion
Equipment & Technical Support
Assist with setup, inspection, operation, and teardown of cranes and specialized equipment
Support rigging operations involving chains, slings, cables, and winches
Operate heavy machinery when qualified, including:
Cranes
Excavators
Backhoes
Dump trucks
Grapple trucks
Additional construction and lifting equipment
Utilize hydraulic systems, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and standard hand tools during assignments
Maintenance & Readiness
Monitor equipment condition to maintain operational readiness
Perform routine servicing and document maintenance activities
Report significant repair needs to supervisory personnel
Assist with equipment breakdown, loading, and transport at project completion
Replenish vehicles and equipment with necessary supplies and replacement parts
Sort and organize reusable materials and scrap after assignments
Safety & Team Support
Follow all company safety requirements and operational procedures
Maintain clean, organized vehicles, equipment, and work areas
Demonstrate flexibility in supporting other operational teams when needed
Work professionally and safely around coworkers, equipment, and active job sites
Minimum Qualifications
Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A)
Acceptable driving history
Previous experience in construction, industrial labor, heavy civil work, or another physically demanding environment
Ability to successfully complete required qualification, safety, and training programs
Willingness to remain available for emergency response assignments on a 24/7 basis
Preferred Experience
Three or more years of experience operating heavy equipment
Experience with machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, tractors, skid steers, or rail-related equipment
Experience working in transportation, railroad, construction, recovery, or infrastructure environments is highly valued
Pre-Employment Requirements
Pre-Employment drug screen
Background check
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. 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.

<html><body>Rail Recovery Equipment Specialist (CDL-A) Location: Richmond, VA Job Type: Direct Hire Rate: Starts at $26.00/Hour can be higher depending on experience Overview We are seeking motivated CDL-A professionals to join a specialized field operations team supporting railroad emergency response and infrastructure projects throughout the region. This role combines commercial driving, equipment operation, and hands-on field work. Team members assist with rail incident recovery, transportation of heavy equipment, railcar support activities, material transfers, and track-related maintenance and construction projects. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors, traveling when necessary, and responding to urgent situations on short notice. This is a full-time direct hire opportunity offering excellent overtime potential, travel-related compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package. Schedule <ul><li>Guaranteed 40-hour workweek</li><li>Frequent overtime opportunities (commonly exceeding 60 hours per week)</li><li>Required availability for emergency callouts 24 hours per day, 7 days per week</li><li>Weekend and holiday response work may be required</li></ul> Pay &amp; Additional Compensation <ul><li>Starting wage of $26.00 per hour or higher depending on qualifications</li><li>Overtime paid at time-and-a-half for work performed outside standard weekday hours (Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM)</li><li>Travel per diem</li><li>Company-paid lodging during overnight assignments</li><li>Layover compensation when applicable</li></ul> Key Responsibilities Transportation &amp; Mobilization <ul><li>Conduct required vehicle and equipment inspections before and after use</li><li>Safely transport equipment, tools, and materials using CDL-A commercial vehicles</li><li>Verify proper load securement and inspect transported equipment</li><li>Confirm compliance with permits related to oversized or overweight loads</li></ul>Emergency Response &amp; Field Operations <ul><li>Participate in job planning discussions and safety meetings before beginning work</li><li>Assist with mobilization and setup activities at project sites</li><li>Load, unload, move, and stage equipment and materials needed for field operations</li><li>Support rail recovery efforts, material transfer projects, and track-related construction activities</li><li>Help restore work areas and secure equipment for transport upon project completion</li></ul>Equipment &amp; Technical Support <ul><li>Assist with setup, inspection, operation, and teardown of cranes and specialized equipment</li><li>Support rigging operations involving chains, slings, cables, and winches</li><li>Operate heavy machinery when qualified, including:<ul><li>Cranes</li><li>Excavators</li><li>Backhoes</li><li>Dump trucks</li><li>Grapple trucks</li><li>Additional construction and lifting equipment</li></ul></li><li>Utilize hydraulic systems, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and standard hand tools during assignments</li></ul>Maintenance &amp; Readiness <ul><li>Monitor equipment condition to maintain operational readiness</li><li>Perform routine servicing and document maintenance activities</li><li>Report significant repair needs to supervisory personnel</li><li>Assist with equipment breakdown, loading, and transport at project completion</li><li>Replenish vehicles and equipment with necessary supplies and replacement parts</li><li>Sort and organize reusable materials and scrap after assignments</li></ul>Safety &amp; Team Support <ul><li><ul><li>Follow all company safety requirements and operational procedures</li><li>Maintain clean, organized vehicles, equipment, and work areas</li><li>Demonstrate flexibility in supporting other operational teams when needed</li><li>Work professionally and safely around coworkers, equipment, and active job sites</li></ul></li></ul> Minimum Qualifications <ul><li>Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A)</li><li>Acceptable driving history</li><li>Previous experience in construction, industrial labor, heavy civil work, or another physically demanding environment</li><li>Ability to successfully complete required qualification, safety, and training programs</li><li>Willingness to remain available for emergency response assignments on a 24/7 basis</li></ul> Preferred Experience <ul><li>Three or more years of experience operating heavy equipment</li><li>Experience with machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, tractors, skid steers, or rail-related equipment</li><li>Experience working in transportation, railroad, construction, recovery, or infrastructure environments is highly valued</li></ul> Pre-Employment Requirements <ul><li>Pre-Employment drug screen</li><li>Background check</li></ul> Benefits: <ul><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul> We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. 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.</body></html>

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