Railroad CDL Knuckle Boom Operator

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• Operate trucks that have clutch, manual gear shifts which requires a CDL Class "A" or "B".
• Must be able to operate a boom-truck – a truck with a small knuckle‑boom crane attached.
• Must be able to use a cutting torch to cut sections of the railroad track.
• Must be able to be away from home for 22 days on a work schedule and then have 7 days scheduled off.
• Must be able to perform physical work of lifting up to 50 lbs periodically.
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions and perform duties outside, along railroad tracks.

• Must have and maintain a valid CDL Class "A" or "B" license.

• Must have and maintain a valid CDL Class "A" or "B" license.
• Requires a minimum of 2 years of CDL driving experience.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Must be able to drive manual‑shift transmission.
• Must be able to travel and be away from home for 22 days at a time.
• Must be able to operate a truck‑mounted small knuckle‑boom crane.
• Must be able to operate a cutting torch.
• Must be able to pass a post‑offer drug testing program and will be subject to random drug testing.

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
• Site Specific Relocation and Sign‑on Bonus Programs
• Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full‑time/part‑time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
• Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines. EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Job Category:
Production - Hourly

PRS Facility

Location:

Rail Take-Up - 078

Entry level

Temporary

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Railroad Equipment Manufacturing

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