About this opportunity
Velocity Rail Solutions lists this Class A Cdl Hazmat + Tanker Driver | Locomotive Fueling + Service | Home Daily | $91,000 - $93,000+ opportunity in city of allentown, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJoin Velocity Rail Solutions Velocity Rail Solutions provides specialized locomotive fueling and servicing support for Class I Railroads through long-term contracts. Our dedicated teams keep rail operations moving 24/7/365 with dependable, year-round work. Report to Location: Allentown, PA (Cannot live in Philadelphia) Why Drivers Choose Velocity
$91,000 - $93,000 + Annual Earnings
Home Daily
Paid Weekly
Guaranteed Hours + Weekly Overtime
60-Hour Work Weeks
Year-Round Work – No Seasonal Layoffs
Paid Training
Specialized
Equipment
Experience
Stable Long-Term Class I Railroad Contracts
Automatic Transmission Tractor-Trailer Tanker
Equipment
Schedule
Set 5 On / 2 Off PM
Schedule
(60 hours)
Thursday – Monday
4:00 PM – 4:00 AM
Days Off: Tuesday + Wednesday
Benefits
Medical, Dental + Vision Insurance (Individual + Family Coverage)
401(k) with 4% Company Match (Immediate Vesting)
Company-Paid Life Insurance, AD+D + Long-Term Disability
Short-Term Disability
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Healthcare + Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Legal + Financial Assistance
Accident, Critical Illness + Hospital Indemnity Plans
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Time
Paid Time Off
Annual Work Boot Reimbursement
Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement
What You'll Do
As a Rail Service Technician, you will perform locomotive fueling and servicing tasks that help ensure locomotives are safe, compliant, and ready for operation.
Responsibilities
include: Locomotive Servicing
Perform daily locomotive inspections required by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
Load traction sand, potable water, and lube oil
Verify and replenish locomotive fluid levels as needed
Operate truck-mounted service equipment and controls
Stock locomotives with bottled water and crew supply packs
Maintain locomotive cabs and restrooms by removing trash and wiping down surfaces
Evacuate and properly dispose of locomotive toilet waste using approved servicing equipment and designated disposal procedures
Follow all company, railroad, DOT, and safety procedures Locomotive Fueling
Loading, transporting, and transferring red-dyed diesel into trains on an 'on-call' basis for the Railroad.
Safely fuel locomotives using specialized fueling equipment
Stick fuel tanks and monitor fuel levels
Pull fuel hoses and operate and lift fuel nozzles
Perform required inspections and documentation
Work safely around active rail equipment
Scheduled runs between Allentown, Philadelphia, and Baltimore What Makes This Different From Traditional Trucking Approximately 90–95% of the work is performed outside the truck. This is a hands-on railroad position where you'll work directly with locomotives in a railyard using specialized equipment, lifting and pulling hoses, and climbing in and out of your truck or climbing locomotive steps multiple times per shift. You will be working outside in all types of weather. Because railroad operations run continuously, dispatches may occur at any time during your scheduled shift. You are paid for your full 12-hour shift, including breaks, lunch, and wait time. Requirements
Valid Class A CDL
Hazmat Endorsement Required
Tanker Endorsement Required
Valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (Med Card)
FMCSA Clearinghouse compliant
Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
Ability to pass company, customer, railroad, and government background checks
Strong safety focus and reliability
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays
Must live within 40 miles of Allentown, PA Physical + Work Environment This position requires working outdoors around active railroad operations. Candidates should be comfortable with:
Working outdoors in all weather conditions
Walking on paved, uneven, and rail yard surfaces
Climbing locomotive steps and entering/exiting equipment
Handling hoses, tools, and service equipment
Performing routine servicing tasks
Lifting and carrying materials up to 50 pounds Velocity Rail Solutions, Inc. is an
Equal Opportunity Employer
and a Drug-Free Workplace.
Worksite address
city of allentown, PA, 18109, US
Who can apply
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