Class A CDL Driver Locomotive Fueling - Sioux City, IA

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • Sioux City, IA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Velocity Rail Solutions is hiring a Class A CDL Driver for locomotive fueling in Sioux City, Iowa. The company provides locomotive fueling services under long-term contracts with Class I Railroads. Dedicated trucks operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, providing year-round employment with guaranteed hours and consistent pay.

The driver operates a specialized fuel truck and safely fuels locomotives. Approximately 90–95% of the work is performed outside the truck, and the role involves frequent climbing, hose handling, fuel monitoring, and work around active rail equipment. The position requires working outdoors in all weather conditions and being available for days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Dispatches may occur at any time during a scheduled 12-hour shift; the entire shift, including breaks, lunch, and wait time, is paid regardless of the number of dispatches.

Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Hazmat Endorsement.
• Tanker Endorsement.
• No Automatic Restriction; manual transmission is required.
• Valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (Med Card).
• FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse compliant.
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• No DUI/DWI convictions within the past three years.
• Ability to pass company, customer, railroad, and government background checks.
• Ability to safely operate commercial vehicles and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Moderate computer skills and ability to use electronic logs, tablets, or mobile workforce applications.
• Strong commitment to safety and reliability; ability to follow company, railroad, DOT, and safety procedures.
• Accurate documentation and recordkeeping skills, attention to detail, and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills; ability to multitask, problem-solve, and respond quickly to dispatch requirements.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds; climb, bend, kneel, walk on uneven surfaces, and perform other physical job requirements.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be available on an on-call basis during scheduled shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Class A CDL driving experience.
• Fuel hauling or petroleum transportation experience.
• Tanker driving experience.
• Hazardous materials transportation experience and knowledge of hazardous materials handling.
• Locomotive fueling experience.
• Railroad industry experience and knowledge of railroad safety practices.
• Military transportation, logistics, petroleum supply, or vehicle operations experience.
• Experience operating manual-transmission commercial vehicles.
• Bulk liquid transportation experience and knowledge of tanker loading and unloading procedures.
• Experience working around heavy equipment or industrial operations.
• Experience working rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Experience operating commercial, military, or heavy vehicles in transportation, logistics, fuel distribution, or equipment support.
• Experience performing vehicle inspections and documenting operational readiness.
• Experience following safety procedures in safety-sensitive work environments.
• Experience completing operational documentation, reports, logs, or records.
• Experience performing physically demanding work, including lifting, climbing, bending, kneeling, and working outdoors.
• Knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic equipment troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely fuel locomotives using specialized fueling equipment.
• Pull hoses and operate fuel nozzles.
• Stick fuel tanks and monitor fuel levels.
• Complete required inspections, reports, and fueling documentation.
• Work safely around active rail equipment and locomotives.
• Follow company, customer, railroad, DOT, and safety procedures.
• Respond to railroad dispatches throughout assigned shifts.
• Maintain a professional and safety-focused attitude.
• Perform work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Climb in and out of trucks and locomotives multiple times during a shift.
• Maintain compliance with company, customer, railroad, and government requirements.

Benefits

• Guaranteed hours and consistent pay.
• Paid for the entire 12-hour shift, including breaks, lunch, and wait time, regardless of the number of dispatches.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed