CDL-A Equipment Operator – Railroad Recovery

CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Railroad Recovery

Location: Allentown, PA | Regional Travel Required

Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Starting Pay: $26.00/hour, higher depending on experience

Benefits: Full benefits package, overtime, per diem, hotel pay for travel, and layover pay when applicable

Job Overview

We are hiring a CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator to support railroad recovery, derailment response, and track-related operations. This hands-on field position involves transporting equipment, operating construction machinery, and assisting with rerailing, load transfers, railroad car repairs, and track maintenance or construction.

Driving makes up approximately 10% of the job. Operators must be comfortable performing physical labor, operating heavy equipment, traveling regionally, and responding to emergencies on call 24/7, including weekends and holidays.