CDL Class A Driver – Train Fueler (Laborer) – HOME DAILY – Southeast Chicago
Job Description
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 Southeast Chicago-based position offers local work, a home daily schedule, and reliable weekly pay with a guaranteed set schedule, overtime after 40 hours, and consecutive days off.
Position Highlights
- Location: Southeast Chicago, IL
- Annual Earnings: $64,896+
- Weekly Pay: $1,248/week for 48-hour workweeks (includes time and a half after 40 hours)
- Paid Weekly
- Schedule:
- 12-Hour Shifts
- Guaranteed Set 4 On / 3 Off Schedule
- Must be available to work overnights and weekends
- Home Daily
- Equipment: Manual transmission tractor with tanker (10-speed)
Requirements & Qualifications
- Must have a Class A CDL with hazardous materials and tanker endorsements
- No Automatic Restriction
- Must meet all refinery carding requirements and maintain current refinery certifications at all times
- Must be able to clear all background checks required by the company, customer, and government
- Responsible for maintaining all required licenses and certifications at all times
- Must be able to read, write, and understand English
- Must be reliable and dependable
- Must know when to ask for help
- Moderate computer skills required
- Must be able to work independently and with minimal supervision
- Must be willing to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays — shifts may rotate
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
Responsibilities
- Work safely at all times without incident. You are empowered to STOP work at any time due to unsafe conditions
- Safely fuel locomotives on an on-call basis during your scheduled shift — paid for the full 12 hours, regardless of the number of dispatches
- Respond promptly to all railroad dispatches
- Complete accurate diesel accounting paperwork and perform pre- and post-shift vehicle and equipment inspections
- Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Follow all customer safety rules and regulations
- Report any spills or safety-related incidents immediately
- Assist with light maintenance and cleanliness of equipment and work area
- Maintain current training, licenses, and certifications
- Demonstrate reliability, safety, and professionalism through attendance, communication, and conduct
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional Manager or Site Leader
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
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$64,896 + Annually (48 hours every week)
- $1,248/ Weekly (48 hours includes time and a half after 40 hours)
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Paid weekly
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Home daily
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Set 48 hour day shift schedule: 6 AM – 6 PM with Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday OFF
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Overtime pay after 40 hours
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Manual transmission tractor with tanker (10-speed)
Responsibilities / Job Duties:
· 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 fueling and defueling locomotives, railroad equipment, and direct to storage.
· Fully loaded and readily available, while on duty, to answer customer dispatches and respond in a timely manner.
· Provides complete and accurate fuel accounting 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, etc.
· Ensure all training is current and kept up to date.
· Is a reliable, safe, and positive team member that demonstrates their commitment with proper attendance, verbal or written communication, and conduct.
· Other duties as assigned by Regional Manager or Site Leader.
Requirements/Qualifications:
· Must have a Class A CDL with hazardous materials and tanker endorsements. No Automatic Restriction.
· Must meet all refinery carding requirements and maintain current refinery certifications at all times
· Must be able to clear all background checks required by the company, customer and government.
· Individuals are responsible for maintaining all required licenses and certifications at all times.
· Must be able to read, write and understand English.
· Must be reliable and dependable.
· Must know when to ask for help.
· Moderate computer skills are required.
· Must be able to work independently and with minimal supervision.
· Should be willing to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends and holidays. Shifts may rotate.
Comprehensive Benefits Include
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Medical, Dental, Vision (Individual & Family – BCBS)
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401(k) with 5% company contribution + 4% match (fully vested immediately)
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Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time (vacation starts accruing on day one)
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Company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability
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Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
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Supplemental insurance options
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Gym membership discounts
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Legal & Identity Theft Assistance
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Annual work boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
Education/Experience:
· High School Diploma/GED
Physical Requirements:
· Able to consistently bend, stoop, kneel and climb on and off elevated surfaces
· May have to walk long distances on paved or unmaintained or uneven surfaces
· Able to climb in and out of a truck cab multiple times per shift, and climb a ladder or steps 10 or more times per day
· Able to drive and work outside in adverse weather conditions
· Willing to work with liquid non-hazardous & dry bulk materials
· Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs frequently
EEO
Drug-Free Workplace
