Class B CDL Driver | Locomotive Fueling | Hazmat & Tanker | Home Daily

VetJobs•North Platte, NE

13d•$75,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Locomotive Fueling Driver operates a specialized fuel truck to safely fuel locomotives for Class I Railroads. Approximately 90–95% of the work is performed outside the truck. The role involves hands-on fueling activities and working safely around active rail equipment in all weather conditions. Rail operations run 24/7, so dispatches may occur at any time during an assigned shift. Drivers are paid for the entire 12-hour shift, including breaks, lunch, and wait time, regardless of the number of dispatches received. The position requires availability for days, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call work during scheduled shifts.

Requirements

Valid Class B or Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
Ability to obtain a Hazmat endorsement.
Tanker endorsement.
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.
Experience operating commercial, military, or heavy vehicles in a transportation, logistics, fuel distribution, or equipment support environment.
Experience performing vehicle inspections and documenting operational readiness.
Experience following safety procedures in a safety-sensitive work environment.
Experience working independently with minimal supervision.
Experience completing operational documentation, reports, logs, or records.
Experience performing physically demanding work, including lifting, climbing, bending, kneeling, and working outdoors.
Ability to safely operate commercial vehicles and work safely around active locomotives and rail equipment.
Moderate computer skills.
Strong commitment to safety and reliability.
Ability to follow company, railroad, DOT, and safety procedures.
Accurate documentation and recordkeeping skills; attention to detail.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong time management and organizational skills.
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.
Availability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays, and on-call during scheduled shifts.

Nice To Haves

Class A CDL driving experience.
Fuel hauling or petroleum transportation experience.
Tanker driving experience.
Hazardous materials transportation experience.
Locomotive fueling experience.
Railroad industry experience.
Military transportation, logistics, petroleum supply, or vehicle operations experience.
Experience operating manual transmission commercial vehicles.
Bulk liquid transportation experience.
Experience working around heavy equipment or industrial operations.
Experience working rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Experience working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Fuel handling and fuel inventory management.
Hazardous materials handling knowledge.
Tanker loading and unloading procedures.
Knowledge of railroad safety practices.
Knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations.
Mechanical aptitude and basic equipment troubleshooting.
Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Experience using electronic logs, tablets, or mobile workforce applications.
Ability to quickly respond to operational and dispatch requirements.

Responsibilities

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