CDL-A Heavy Equipment Response Technician

Location: Taneytown, MD
Job Type: Direct Hire
Rate: Starts at $26.00/Hour can be higher depending on experience

We are seeking experienced CDL-A professionals to join a specialized field operations team supporting railroad recovery projects, heavy equipment transport, and infrastructure-related work throughout the region.

This position combines commercial driving responsibilities with hands-on field support and equipment operation. Team members assist with emergency response activities, equipment mobilization, track-related projects, railcar support services, and material transfer operations. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors in changing conditions and responding to urgent service calls when needed.

This is a full-time direct hire position offering competitive pay, extensive overtime opportunities, travel-related compensation, and company-sponsored benefits.

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of commercial vehicles, trailers, and equipment
• Safely transport equipment, machinery, and materials to and from project locations
• Inspect loads for proper securement and compliance with transportation requirements
• Verify permits and documentation associated with oversized and overweight loads

• Participate in daily planning meetings and safety briefings
• Assist with mobilization, setup, and staging of equipment and materials
• Load and unload equipment required for recovery, maintenance, and construction activities
• Support material transfers and infrastructure-related work assignments
• Assist with project closeout activities, including cleanup and securing equipment for transport

• Assist with assembly, inspection, setup, and operation of cranes and specialty equipment
• Support rigging activities utilizing chains, cables, slings, and winches
• Operate heavy equipment when qualified, including:
  • Cranes
  • Excavators
  • Backhoes
  • Grapple trucks
  • Dump trucks
  • Additional construction and lifting equipment
  • Perform work safely while maintaining awareness of surrounding personnel and equipment

• Monitor vehicle and equipment performance to maintain operational readiness
• Perform routine maintenance and minor service tasks
• Document maintenance activities and communicate repair needs to management
• Assist with equipment teardown, loading, and transport after project completion
• Restock vehicles and equipment with necessary tools, parts, and supplies
• Organize and properly dispose of or store scrap and reusable materials