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CDL A Heavy Equipment Operator – Railroad

West Chicago, IL

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
1 Oct 2026

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CDL A Heavy Equipment Operator – Railroad

  • Location: West Chicago, IL
  • Job Type: Direct Hire
  • Starting Pay: $26.00/hour — higher pay may be available depending on experience
  • Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed weekly + significant overtime
  • Travel: Local and out-of-area emergency assignments
  • Benefits: Full-time position with benefits

Position Overview

Looking for a Class A CDL Equipment Operator to support railroad recovery, construction, transportation, and field operations. This is a hands-on position involving driving, heavy equipment operation, rigging, material handling, and railroad work .

24/7 emergency availability is required , including weekends and holidays.

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