Job Description

CDL A Railroad & Heavy Equipment Operator

Location: Kansas City, MO

Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time

Starting Pay: $26.00/hour — higher pay may be available depending on experience

Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed weekly + significant overtime

Availability: 24/7 emergency on-call

Benefits: Full-time benefits

Position Overview

Hiring Class A CDL professionals for hands-on railroad field work involving train derailment recovery, track work, heavy equipment operation, and material handling.

Driving is approximately 10% of the role. Most of the work involves operating construction equipment, physical field work, equipment handling, and supporting railroad recovery operations.

This position requires 24/7 emergency availability, including weekends and holidays. Typical workweeks average 60+ hours, with some weeks reaching approximately 70 hours.

What You'll Do

Heavy Equipment Experience

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.
• Construction labor or comparable physically demanding work experience.
• Ability to safely operate heavy equipment.
• Ability to pass required qualification testing and training programs.
• Comfortable performing physical labor in field conditions.
• Willingness to respond to emergency calls and work extended hours.
• Must be available 24/7, including weekends and holidays.

Schedule & Compensation

Pre-Employment Requirements