Mainline Services, an established railroad construction company, is seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators & CDL Drivers to grow our expanding team. This experienced operator is responsible for things like hauling equipment, operating, and maintaining various types of heavy equipment.
Qualifications:
- Experience in operating heavy equipment to include backhoe, bulldozer, excavator, front-end loader, skid steer, grapple trucks, and a selection of specialty railroad equipment/attachments
- Must possess a valid Driver’s License and/or a Class A or B (CDL) with a good driving record
- Perform light duty mechanical repairs (hoses, fittings, wiring, fuses, etc.)
- Capable of understanding and following directions
- Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions performing construction related tasks
- Display strong adherence to safety policies and procedures
- Able to read, write and speak English
- Requires lifting approximately 75-100 lbs. to perform job duties
- Must pass qualification tests as required (E-Rail Safe, Background, Drug Test and other training/safety programs)
- 24/7 availability to respond to emergency calls for service including weekends and holidays
Job Duties:
- Ensures that all activities are carried out in a safe, effective, professional, and efficient manner to protect employees and the assets.
- Upon arrival at job site, participates in discussions related to the days' work plan in to ensure safety/efficiency in carrying out daily work assignment.
- Actively participates in daily safety briefing.
- Operates equipment in conformance with standard operational policies/procedures while following all safety rules/regulations.
- Assist with rigging and connection of chains, cables, and winches during derailments.
- Performs equipment operations with awareness to surroundings and co-workers to avoid dangerous situations.
- Continuously monitors equipment/vehicles to minimize down time and to ensure operational readiness.
- Perform and document minor service on equipment/vehicles, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Fleet Manager for repair.
- Sorts scrap materials placing same in designated locations.
- Flexible/work-ready to perform tasks for other departments/divisions as may be required to meet business needs and customer expectations.
- Working extended hours.
- Must be able to travel in the region frequently, with some out-of-town jobs that require multiple nights on the road.
Additional Job Duties if Applicant has a Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License
- Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspection of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with company policy and D.O.T. regulations.
- Drives tractor-trailer to/from job sites, inspects loads, and machinery being transported.
- Verifies transportation permits (if CDL certificated) to ensure that specifications for overweight and oversize loads/equipment are accurate.
- Responsible for loading, unloading and safe transportation of equipment and/or materials to/from job site, operation of equipment at job site (if qualified) and providing assistance in the rerailing divisions and/or the track maintenance/repair/new builds divisions.
Physical Requirements:
- Must have ability to work at heights, as well as climbing stairs, and work in hot or cold environments
- Work outdoors in a noisy, safety sensitive environment
- Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time
Benefits:
- Opportunity to Work Outside & Travel Extensively
- Company provided training to obtain CDL-A
- Paid for Hotel and Travel Expenses while working remotely
- Company provided Personal Protective Equipment
- On the job training provided and advancement opportunities
- Competitive Wages
- Benefits start after 30 days - Health, Dental, Vision, Disability
- Paid time off - Accrual starts Day #1
- 401k with generous company match
- Company paid Life Insurance
- Mainline observes eight holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
If you’re excited and ready to join our team, then click on the Non-DOT or DOT link below to fill out your application. Our team will reach out to you and discuss the next steps in how to become our next Operator.