Apprentice Heavy Equipment Operator I — Railroad Emergency Response

Job overview

The Apprentice Heavy Equipment Operator I — Railroad Emergency Response role is onsite in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with travel throughout the assigned territory. Compensation is $26.84–$28.52 per hour. Hulcher Services responds to railroad derailments and other critical incidents, helping restore rail service safely and efficiently. The apprentice trains alongside experienced crews while supporting railroad recovery operations. The role contributes to emergency response by transporting equipment, assisting with recovery work, learning specialized machinery operation, and maintaining equipment and safety standards.

What you'll do

• Transport specialized heavy equipment using tractor-trailers and escort vehicles
• assist with railroad derailment recovery
• learn to operate recovery equipment under experienced operators
• handle chains, wire rope, rigging equipment, lifting blocks, and recovery tools
• climb on and beneath railcars and locomotives
• set up, maintain, clean, and inspect equipment
• use hand and power tools, cutting torches, and welding equipment
• perform physical recovery work
• follow safety procedures and operational standards.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

apprentice heavy equipment operator i

railroad emergency response

tulsa ok

hulcher services

$26.84–$28.52 per hour

class a cdl required

heavy equipment

derailment recovery

paid training

travel up to 50%

24/7 on-call rotation

overtime opportunities

weekly pay

company-paid benefits

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Company-paid benefits
• paid training
• weekly pay
• overtime opportunities
• career advancement opportunities
• full-time, year-round employment.

Why this role

Requires an unrestricted Class A CDL, valid driver’s license, travel up to 50%, and availability for a 24/7 emergency response environment. The role includes a 24/7 on-call rotation and overtime opportunities.

About the employer

Hulcher Services, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Support Activities for Rail Transportation. Sector: 48.