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Apprentice Operator I

12/11/2025

The Apprentice Operator I will transport, operate, and service heavy equipment for clearing railroad derailments. This includes driving vehicles, handling materials, and performing maintenance on equipment.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Hulcher Services Inc. is a nationwide services contractor to the railroads, general industry and government. We are committed to one goal - to get the job done and done safely. Headquartered in Denton, Texas, we have over 30 divisions strategically located across the United States, Canada and Mexico to provide our customers with the best service in the industry. Our goal is to be the premier total services provider for railroad, general industry and government, doing so in a safe, innovative, reliable and cost-effective manner. To accomplish this mission, we maintain locations across North America, each staffed with experienced, professional responders and equipment able to provide emergency restoration and project services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Each call is evaluated by our Customer Service Center, who in turn begin the process of mobilizing the proper division personnel and equipment, with the commitment of being en-route within one (1) hour from the initial call. What Sets Us Apart.... A diverse group of more than 500 professionals comprise the Hulcher Services' network. Each embracing a set of shared values: - People: Our most valuable asset is our people. - Quality: We are driven to exceed customer expectations through investment in people, equipment and training. - Safety: Continuously improving by striving to do the right thing safely, efficiently and with professionalism. - Mechanical: Equipment is maintained to exacting standards for top performance and appearance. - Asset Utilization: We will continue to invest in people and equipment to meet our customers' changing needs. - Continuous Improvement: A system that addresses internal processes and existing services while simultaneously addressing our customers' changing needs. - Communities: We will be good corporate citizens, seeking to enhance quality of life through service, jobs, investments and the energy and goodwill of our employees.

About the Role

Description

Hulcher Services is seeking a motivated and success-driven Apprentice Operator I. You will play a vital role in transporting, operating and the servicing of assigned heavy equipment used in clearing railroad derailments by lifting and moving derailed railway cars and locomotives.

About Us:

Hulcher Service is an industry leader with more than 500 employees and over 25 divisions located in the United States and Mexico assisting customers with derailments as well as engineering work, track maintenance, disaster response, and environmental projects.

What You'll Do:

Drive tractor-trailer or escort vehicles.
Material handling of heavy steel chains, blocks and steel cables, and other devices.
Climbing and crawling on and under derailed railroad cars.
Maintenance, cleaning and setup of equipment requiring use of small and large tools including cutting torch and welding.
Digging, hammering, and other physical types of work with various tools
Lifting 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects up to 50 lbs.
Work at heights over 25 feet on railroad cars; may be on bridges, over water, or in water.

Why Join Us:

Room for growth
Union benefits including, but not limited to medical insurance and pension plan

Take your career to the next level and join our mission-driven team! At Hulcher you can apply with confidence in knowing you will be a valued asset to our team and be a part of a stable thriving industry!

Requirements

What You Bring:

Must have a valid Class A CDL with NO restrictions.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Ability to work on-call 24/7 365 days a year in an emergency response environment.
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
Ability to conduct maintenance inspections on equipment.

Work Schedule:

Monday through Sunday on the job or possibly at division.
On call for 24 hours for derailments requiring immediate response.
8-hours/day Monday through Friday; on call at other times for derailments requiring immediate response.
The Response Team is to be available at all times and all hours of the day.

Key Skills

Class A CDLMaterial HandlingEquipment MaintenancePhysical LaborEmergency ResponseDrivingClimbingCrawlingLiftingTool UseInspectionTeamworkProblem SolvingSafety AwarenessCommunicationAdaptability