Hulcher Services

CDL A Heavy Equipment Operator Apprentice I

Hulcher Services  •  $26/hr  •  Amarillo, TX (Onsite)  •  5 days ago
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Job Description

CDL A Heavy Equipment Operator Apprentice I

$26.84/Hour + Overtime | Company Paid Benefits | Paid Training | Build a Career in Railroad Emergency Response

Full-Time |Travel Up to 50% | 24/7 Emergency Response Operations

Turn Your CDL Into a Career

Hulcher Services is looking for motivated individuals with a Class A CDL who are ready to build a career operating specialized heavy equipment used in railroad derailment response and recovery.

This isn't a typical driving job. You'll receive hands-on training while working alongside experienced operators to learn how to safely recover derailed railcars and locomotives using cranes, hydraulic equipment, and other specialized machinery.

If you enjoy challenging work, operating equipment, traveling, and being part of a team that responds when others can't, this is an opportunity unlike any other.

Compensation & Benefits

  • $26.84 Per Hour
  • Overtime Opportunities
  • Weekly Pay
  • Company paid benefits
  • Paid Training
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Full-Time, Year-Round Employment

About Hulcher Services

Hulcher Services is a nationwide leader in railroad derailment response, engineering, track maintenance, environmental services, and disaster recovery. With more than 500 employees operating from over 25 divisions throughout the United States and Mexico, we respond to critical incidents 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Our teams help restore rail service safely and efficiently using specialized equipment and highly trained personnel.

What You'll Do

As a CDL A Heavy Equipment Operator Apprentice I, you'll train alongside experienced crews while supporting emergency railroad operations throughout your assigned region.

Responsibilities include:

  • Transport specialized heavy equipment using tractor-trailers and escort vehicles.
  • Assist with railroad derailment recovery operations.
  • Learn to operate heavy recovery equipment under the guidance of experienced operators.
  • Handle heavy steel chains, wire rope, rigging equipment, lifting blocks, and recovery tools.
  • Climb on and beneath railcars and locomotives during recovery operations.
  • Perform equipment setup, maintenance, cleaning, and inspections.
  • Use hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, and welding equipment.
  • Perform physically demanding work, including digging, lifting, rigging, and equipment setup.
  • Work safely around heavy equipment, active railroads, bridges, waterways, and industrial environments.
  • Follow all company safety procedures and operational standards.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

We're looking for dependable individuals who enjoy hands-on work and are ready to build a long-term career in heavy equipment and railroad operations.

Required Qualifications

  • Valid Class A CDL with no restrictions
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to travel up to 50%
  • Willingness to work in a 24/7 emergency response environment
  • Ability to pass required background screenings and pre-employment requirements
  • Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 100 pounds occasionally and 50 pounds frequently
  • Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Comfortable working at heights exceeding 25 feet and around water when required

Experience in any of the following is a plus:

  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Construction
  • Truck Driving
  • Rigging
  • Railroad
  • Crane Operations
  • Welding
  • Diesel Mechanics
  • Oil & Gas
  • Utilities
  • Military
  • Agriculture
  • Work Schedule

This position supports emergency railroad operations, which means flexibility is essential.

  • Standard work schedule Monday through Friday
  • 24/7 on-call rotation for emergency derailment response
  • Travel required throughout the assigned territory
  • Overtime available during emergency response operations

Why Join Hulcher Services?

Few careers offer the opportunity to operate specialized heavy equipment while helping restore critical railroad infrastructure across North America.

At Hulcher Services, you'll receive hands-on training, work alongside experienced professionals, earn excellent company paid benefits, and build a career in a unique industry where your skills make an immediate impact.

If you're looking for more than just another CDL driving job and want a career with challenge, stability, and advancement opportunities, apply today and become part of the Hulcher Services team.

Hulcher Services

About Hulcher Services

Hulcher Services Inc. is a nationwide services contractor to the railroads, general industry and government. We are committed to one goal - to get the job done and done safely.

Headquartered in Denton, Texas, we have over 30 divisions strategically located across the United States, Canada and Mexico to provide our customers with the best service in the industry.

Our goal is to be the premier total services provider for railroad, general industry and government, doing so in a safe, innovative, reliable and cost-effective manner. To accomplish this mission, we maintain locations across North America, each staffed with experienced, professional responders and equipment able to provide emergency restoration and project services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Each call is evaluated by our Customer Service Center, who in turn begin the process of mobilizing the proper division personnel and equipment, with the commitment of being en-route within one (1) hour from the initial call.

What Sets Us Apart....

A diverse group of more than 500 professionals comprise the Hulcher Services'​ network. Each embracing a set of shared values:

- People: Our most valuable asset is our people.

- Quality: We are driven to exceed customer expectations through investment in people, equipment and training.

- Safety: Continuously improving by striving to do the right thing safely, efficiently and with professionalism.

- Mechanical: Equipment is maintained to exacting standards for top performance and appearance.

- Asset Utilization: We will continue to invest in people and equipment to meet our customers'​ changing needs.

- Continuous Improvement: A system that addresses internal processes and existing services while simultaneously addressing our customers'​ changing needs.

- Communities: We will be good corporate citizens, seeking to enhance quality of life through service, jobs, investments and the energy and goodwill of our employees.

Industry
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Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Denton, TX
Year Founded
1963
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