--- title: "CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator" company: "Qualdoc" company_url: "https://www.remjobs.works/companies/qualdoc" url: "https://www.remjobs.works/job/qualdoc-cdl-a-heavy-equipment-operator-0dd6015c-70e5-45d1-8ca9-cd9315475389" apply_url: "https://jobs.lever.co/qualdoc/f73c8b5c-7dd4-4450-8dce-5475c1d36b7e" workplace: onsite location: "Candor, NC" employment_type: other seniority: mid role: other region: united-states date_posted: 2026-09-12T10:14:42.708Z first_seen_by_remjobs: 2026-09-15T19:07:18.487Z --- # CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator **Qualdoc** · Candor, NC Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/qualdoc/f73c8b5c-7dd4-4450-8dce-5475c1d36b7e ## About Qualdoc Qualdoc offers quality documentation review for capital equipment suppliers and integrators in the oil & gas, power, water, microelectronic, chemical, pharma and other EPC EP industries. Supply chain quality management ## About the role ##### CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator **Location:** Candor, NC **Job Type:** Direct Hire **Pay:** Starting at **$26.00/hour**, with higher pay available depending on experience ##### Position Overview We are hiring a **CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator** to support railroad emergency response, rerailing operations, and related construction activities. This is primarily a **hands-on equipment operation and labor position**, not an over-the-road driving job. Driving makes up approximately **10% of the role**. Team members must be comfortable operating a variety of construction equipment and performing physical work in an active job-site environment. Because railroad emergencies can occur at any time, this position requires **24/7 on-call availability**, including weekends and holidays. When emergency assignments are not active, employees may work from the shop completing **safety training, equipment inspections, and preventive maintenance (PM).** ##### Schedule & Compensation - Full-time position with benefits - 40 hours guaranteed per week - Average workweek of 60+ hours, with some weeks reaching approximately 70 hours - 24/7 on-call emergency response - Starting pay: $26.00/hour, with higher pay available depending on experience - Hours worked outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM are paid at 1.5x overtime - Per diem for qualifying travel - Hotel expenses for travel - Layover pay when applicable ##### Responsibilities - Respond to railroad derailment and emergency recovery assignments. - Safely transport equipment and materials to and from work sites. - Complete required pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with DOT requirements. - Inspect loads and transported machinery and verify applicable transportation permits for overweight or oversized equipment. - Participate in job-site planning and daily safety briefings. - Load, unload, stage, secure, and move equipment and materials for assigned projects. - Assist with rerailing operations, load adjustment/transfer, railroad car maintenance and repair, track maintenance, track repair, grading, and new construction. - Operate heavy equipment when qualified, including: Cranes - Backhoes - Bulldozers - Excavators - Front-end loaders - Grapple trucks - Dump trucks - Rail-bound equipment - Tractors - Skid-steer loaders - Assist with crane assembly, inspection, setup, operation, disassembly, and loading. - Perform rigging and connect chains, cables, and winches during derailment recovery. - Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools. - Monitor vehicles and equipment for safe and reliable operation. - Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle maintenance. - Report more complex mechanical issues to the appropriate Shop Manager or Foreman. - Reload equipment and materials following completion of assignments and assist with job-site cleanup. - Restock vehicles and equipment with required parts, components, and supplies. - Sort and place scrap materials in designated areas. - Follow all safety policies and procedures. - Maintain organized vehicles, equipment, tools, and work areas. - Support other departments or work assignments as operational needs require. ##### Requirements - Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) with a good driving record. - Previous construction labor or similar physically demanding work experience. - Ability to operate heavy construction equipment safely and effectively. - Willingness to perform hands-on physical labor. - Ability to work in a 24/7 on-call environment, including weekends and holidays. - Ability to successfully complete required qualification, training, and safety programs. ##### Preferred Experience **3+ years of heavy equipment operating experience**, including one or more of the following: - Backhoe - Bulldozer - Excavator - Front-end loader - Grapple truck - Rail-bound equipment - Tractor - Skid-steer loader Equivalent combinations of training and experience may also be considered. ##### Pre-Employment Requirements - Drug screen - Background check **Interview Requirement:** Candidates must bring **steel-toed boots** to the interview. ##### Benefits - Full-time employment - Benefits package - Guaranteed 40 hours per week - Overtime opportunities - Per diem for qualifying assignments - Hotel accommodations/pay for qualifying travel - Layover pay when applicable --- Source: Qualdoc's own career page, read by RemJobs. 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