{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"fd8461f25f7a0e74ebca045f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fd8461f25f7a0e74ebca045f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fd8461f25f7a0e74ebca045f","title":"Apprentice Operator I","description":"Description:\n\nCDL A Heavy Equipment Operator Apprentice I\n\n$26.84 - $28.52 /Hour + Overtime | Company Paid Benefits | Paid Training | Build a Career in Railroad Emergency Response\n\nFull-Time |Travel Up to 50% | 24/7 Emergency Response Operations\n\nTurn Your CDL Into a Career\n\nHulcher Services is looking for motivated individuals with a Class A CDL who are ready to build a career operating specialized heavy equipment used in railroad derailment response and recovery.\n\nThis isn't a typical driving job. You'll receive hands-on training while working alongside experienced operators to learn how to safely recover derailed railcars and locomotives using cranes, hydraulic equipment, and other specialized machinery.\n\nIf you enjoy challenging work, operating equipment, traveling, and being part of a team that responds when others can't, this is an opportunity unlike any other.\n\nCompensation & Benefits\n\n$26.84 - $28.52 Per Hour\nOvertime Opportunities\nWeekly Pay\nCompany paid benefits\nPaid Training\nCareer Advancement Opportunities\nFull-Time, Year-Round Employment\n\nAbout Hulcher Services\n\nHulcher Services is a nationwide leader in railroad derailment response, engineering, track maintenance, environmental services, and disaster recovery. With more than 500 employees operating from over 25 divisions throughout the United States and Mexico, we respond to critical incidents 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.\n\nOur teams help restore rail service safely and efficiently using specialized equipment and highly trained personnel.\n\nWhat You'll Do\n\nAs a CDL A Heavy Equipment Operator Apprentice I, you'll train alongside experienced crews while supporting emergency railroad operations throughout your assigned region.\n\nResponsibilities include:\n\nTransport specialized heavy equipment using tractor-trailers and escort vehicles.\nAssist with railroad derailment recovery operations.\nLearn to operate heavy recovery equipment under the guidance of experienced operators.\nHandle heavy steel chains, wire rope, rigging equipment, lifting blocks, and recovery tools.\nClimb on and beneath railcars and locomotives during recovery operations.\nPerform equipment setup, maintenance, cleaning, and inspections.\nUse hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, and welding equipment.\nPerform physically demanding work, including digging, lifting, rigging, and equipment setup.\nWork safely around heavy equipment, active railroads, bridges, waterways, and industrial environments.\nFollow all company safety procedures and operational standards.\nRequirements:\n\nWhat We're Looking For\n\nWe're looking for dependable individuals who enjoy hands-on work and are ready to build a long-term career in heavy equipment and railroad operations.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nValid Class A CDL with no restrictions\nValid driver's license\nAbility to travel up to 50%\nWillingness to work in a 24/7 emergency response environment\nAbility to pass required background screenings and pre-employment requirements\nAbility to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 100 pounds occasionally and 50 pounds frequently\nComfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions\nComfortable working at heights exceeding 25 feet and around water when required\n\nExperience in any of the following is a plus:\n\nHeavy Equipment Operation\nConstruction\nTruck Driving\nRigging\nRailroad\nCrane Operations\nWelding\nDiesel Mechanics\nOil & Gas\nUtilities\nMilitary\nAgriculture\nWork Schedule\n\nThis position supports emergency railroad operations, which means flexibility is essential.\n\nStandard work schedule Monday through Friday\n24/7 on-call rotation for emergency derailment response\nTravel required throughout the assigned territory\nOvertime available during emergency response operations\n\nWhy Join Hulcher Services?\n\nFew careers offer the opportunity to operate specialized heavy equipment while helping restore critical railroad infrastructure across North America.\n\nAt Hulcher Services, you'll receive hands-on training, work alongside experienced professionals, earn excellent company paid benefits, and build a career in a unique industry where your skills make an immediate impact.\n\nIf you're looking for more than just another CDL driving job and want a career with challenge, stability, and advancement opportunities, apply today and become part of the Hulcher Services team.","company":"Hulcher Services","rawCompany":"hulcher services","city":"Bloomington","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-04T09:59:14.763Z","occupations":[{"code":"47-2073.00","title":"Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators","slug":"operating-engineers-and-other-construction-equipment-operators"},{"code":"49-3042.00","title":"Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines","slug":"mobile-heavy-equipment-mechanics-except-engines"},{"code":"53-3032.00","title":"Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers","slug":"heavy-and-tractor-trailer-truck-drivers"}],"industries":[{"code":"488210","title":"Support Activities for Rail Transportation","slug":"support-activities-for-rail-transportation"},{"code":"238990","title":"All Other Specialty Trade Contractors","slug":"all-other-specialty-trade-contractors"},{"code":"482111","title":"Line-Haul Railroads","slug":"line-haul-railroads"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Apprentice Operator I","description":"Description:\n\nCDL A Heavy Equipment Operator Apprentice I\n\n$26.84 - $28.52 /Hour + Overtime | Company Paid Benefits | Paid Training | Build a Career in Railroad Emergency Response\n\nFull-Time |Travel Up to 50% | 24/7 Emergency Response Operations\n\nTurn Your CDL Into a Career\n\nHulcher Services is looking for motivated individuals with a Class A CDL who are ready to build a career operating specialized heavy equipment used in railroad derailment response and recovery.\n\nThis isn't a typical driving job. 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