Velocity Rail Solutions

HOME DAILY -Class A CDL Driver – Locomotive Fueling and Service Technician - $93, 400 +

Company:

Velocity Rail Solutions

Location:

Burgettstown, PA, 15021

Schedule:

Full

HOME DAILY -Class A CDL Driver – Locomotive Fueling and Service Technician  - $93, 400 + Job Image

Velocity Rail Solutions has been a trusted provider of locomotive fueling services since 1996. We operate under long-term contracts with Class I Railroads, delivering consistent, year-round service using specialized equipment.

This Allentown-based position offers local routes, a home daily schedule, and reliable weekly pay with a set night shift schedule, manual equipment, and guaranteed overtime.


Position Highlights

  • Location: Allentown, PA
  • Annual Earnings: $93,400 +
  • Weekly Pay: $1,750/week for gurarnteed 60-hour workweeks (includes time and a half after 40 hours)
  • Paid Weekly
  • Schedule:
    • Set 5 On / 2 Off Night Shift:
      • 4:00 PM – 4:00 AM 
      • Days Off: Monday and Tuesday
    • Consistent 60-hour schedule every week 
  • Home Daily
  • Equipment: Manual transmission tractor-trailer tanker (10-speed)
  • Overtime Pay: After 40 hours

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision (BCBS – Individual & Family)
  • 401(k): 5% company contribution + 4% match (fully vested immediately)
  • Paid Time Off: Vacation, holidays, and sick time (vacation accrues from day one)
  • Company-Paid Insurance: Life, accidental, and long-term disability
  • Health Savings Account (HSA): With employer contributions
  • Flex Spending Account (FSA): Plus dependent care flex spending
  • Supplemental Insurance Options
  • Gym Membership Discounts
  • Legal & Identity Theft Assistance
  • Annual Reimbursement: Work boots & prescription safety glasses

Why Velocity?

  • Hourly Pay with Built-In Overtime
  • Paid Training
  • Paid Holidays – Whether Scheduled or Not
  • Vacation Time Accrues from Day One
  • Full Benefits Package Available After 30 Days
  • Consistent Paychecks & Job Stability
  • Guaranteed Overtime

Locomotive Fuel & Service Key Responsibilities

·         First and foremost, work safely at all times without incident. You are empowered to STOP work at any time due to unsafe conditions.

·         Follow step by step procedures when loading and unloading sand, water, lube oil, and waste to service trains.

  •           Safely fuel locomotives by following precise procedures on loading, transporting, and transferring diesel to locomotives on an on-call basis.

·         Fully loaded and readily available, while on duty, to answer customer dispatches and respond in a timely manner.

  •            Respond promptly to customer dispatches, ensuring 24/7/365 availability.

·         Provides complete and accurate fuel accounting paperwork in the prescribed manner within established timelines.

·         Provides complete and accurate service paperwork in the prescribed manner within established timelines.

·         Wears all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.

·         Conducts pre and post shift vehicle and equipment inspections.

·         Use worker protection when required and follows all customer safety rules and regulations.

·         Controls, contains and reports any spill or incident (operational and/or safety related) immediately to management.

·         Assists with light maintenance and upkeep of the vehicles and equipment.

·         Assists with cleanliness and organization of company provided office space, storage, equipment, etc.

·         Ensure all training, licenses, and certifications are kept current.

·         Is a reliable, safe, and positive team member that demonstrates their commitment with proper attendance, verbal or written communication,        and conduct.


Qualifications

  • CDL Class A with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements
  • Manual transmission experience requiredno automatic restrictions
  • Tractor-trailer driving experience required
  • Must pass all background checks required by the company, customer, and government
  • Responsible for maintaining all required licenses and certifications
  • Must be able to read, write, and understand English
  • Reliable, dependable, and able to work independently
  • Moderate computer skills required

Physical Requirements

  • Able to bend, stoop, kneel, and climb on and off elevated surfaces
  • May need to walk long distances on paved or uneven surfaces
  • Able to climb in and out of truck cab and up locomotive steps multiple times per shift
  • Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Willing to work with liquid non-hazardous materials
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs frequently

Equal Opportunity Employer | Drug-Free Workplace