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

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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