Hulcher Services, Inc. is a nationwide services contractor to the railroads, general industry, and government with a commitment from our people for one purpose - to get the job done and done safely. Our headquarters is located in Denton, Texas, and we have over 30 divisions strategically located across the United States and Mexico to provide our customers with the best service in the industry!

General Summary: Operators transport, operate, and service heavy equipment used in clearing railroad derailments by lifting and moving derailed railway cars and locomotives and perform similar on environmental remediation sites, industrial locations, load transfers, and rail construction. Wage rates and working conditions are established by agreement with Operating Engineers Union Locals 3, 12, 15, and 542 in the United States and International Union 183 in Canada.

Positions reporting to this position:  This position does not have supervisory responsibilities but may assist with on-the-job training of new laborers and apprentice operators.

Duties and Responsibilities functions considered essential are marked by an *:

• *Sets up and operates heavy equipment
• *Drives tractor-trailer or escort vehicles
• *Services and maintains heavy equipment, trucks, trailers, and other equipment
• *Carries, handles, and detaches/attaches heavy steel chains, blocks and steel cables, and other devices
• *Climbs on and crawls under derailed railroad cars and other equipment
• *Cleans, maintains and sets up equipment requiring the use of small and large tools
• *Operates cutting torch and welding equipment
• *Utilizes various hand and power tools
• *Lifts 150 lbs. max with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects up to 50 lbs.
• *Works at elevated heights on railroad cars, bridges, over water, or in water
• *Learns and complies with company policies and procedures and safety rules
• *Learns hazardous materials handling and precautions
• *Maintains required equipment service records
• *Assures safekeeping and proper usage of company tools
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required

JOB QUALIFICATIONS (refers to job, not incumbent):

Must be able to use or learn to use tools and equipment, such as but not limited to the following: pulleys, vises, hand and power tools, "skates"/rail skids, mechanic rollers, acetylene tanks, wooden blocks, steel collars/shackles, steel hooks, welding equipment, grinders, hydraulic jacks, steel chains and cable, portable lights, "come-alongs," tractors, forklifts, self-rigger/block truck, semi-truck and trailer, flatbed truck, pickup truck, wheelbarrow, pumps and generators

Company Required Training

OSHA 1910.120, Safety Rules, Policy and Practices, Final Rule under subpart H of the Code of Federal Register - protection requirement for workers engaged in hazardous waste operations, including emergency response to hazardous substance incidents involving the handling, processing, and transporting hazardous substances.

DOT: Tractor Operator: 929.682-014

Tractor-Trailer/Truck Driver: 904.383-010

Crane Operator: 921.663.062

Educational Requirements:  High school degree preferred

Required Certification/Licensure: Class A CDL and acquire a Passport for Company job-related travel outside the United States Borders for exiting and re-entry.

Experience Requirements: Minimum of one year of work experience in the same or related field

Knowledge/ Skills:

This position requires advanced ability to operate and maintain heavy equipment and drive tractor-trailer combinations. Operators must be very aware of safety issues and could work in a team environment.