CDL-A Rerail Operator

Job Description

Job Description

CDL-A Rerail Operator

Location: Minneapolis, MN
Job Type: Full-Time \u007C Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $26.00/hour — higher pay available depending on experience
Benefits: Full-time benefits
Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed weekly + significant overtime
Availability: 24/7 emergency on-call

Position Overview

We are hiring a Class A CDL Rerail Operator to assist with railroad emergency response and recovery operations. This position combines equipment operation, transportation, material handling, and hands-on field work.

Driving is only a small part of the position. When not responding to emergencies, employees may assist with equipment maintenance, preventive maintenance, and safety training.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre- and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with DOT requirements.
• Transport equipment, machinery, and materials safely to and from work locations.
• Inspect loads and confirm permits for oversized or overweight equipment.
• Participate in daily work planning and safety briefings.
• Load, unload, move, and stage equipment and materials for rerailing and railroad operations.
• Assist with train rerailing, load adjustment and transfer, railroad car maintenance/repair, track maintenance, repair, and new construction.
• Help assemble, inspect, and operate cranes and other equipment.
• Assist with rigging and connecting chains, cables, and winches.
• Operate equipment such as:
  • Cranes
  • Backhoes
  • Bulldozers
  • Excavators
  • Front-end loaders
  • Grapple trucks
  • Dump trucks
  • Rail-bound equipment
  • Tractors
  • Skid-steer loaders
• Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools.
• Monitor vehicles and equipment to help maintain safe and reliable operation.
• Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle servicing.
• Assist with equipment disassembly, loading, and cleanup after assignments.
• Restock vehicles and equipment with parts, components, and supplies.
• Maintain organized work areas, vehicles, tools, and equipment.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Assist other departments or crews as needed.

Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a good driving record.
• Construction, equipment operation, or other physically demanding labor experience.
• Ability to safely operate heavy equipment.
• Ability to complete required qualification, training, and safety programs.
• Must be available 24/7 for emergency response , including weekends and holidays.
• Comfortable performing physical field work and working extended hours when required.

Preferred Experience

• 3+ years of heavy equipment operating experience , including:
  • Backhoe
  • Bulldozer
  • Excavator
  • Front-end loader
  • Grapple truck
  • Rail-bound equipment
  • Tractor
  • Skid-steer loader
• Equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Schedule & Compensation

• 40 hours guaranteed per week.
• Typical workweeks average 60+ hours , with some weeks reaching approximately 70 hours.
• Hours outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM are paid at time-and-a-half overtime rates .
• Additional compensation may include per diem, hotel expenses for travel, and layover pay , when applicable.
• 24/7 on-call availability is required for emergency response.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Drug screening
• Background check
• Required qualification and safety testing

Interview: Candidates should bring steel-toed boots to the interview.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.