CDL Class A Driver – HOME DAILY – Locomotive Fueling (Laborer)

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: $75,600+
• Weekly Pay: $1,404/week for 48-hour workweeks
• Paid Weekly
• Schedule:
  • Set 4 On / 3 Off Night Shift:
    • 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM OR 1:00 PM – 1:00 AM
    • Days Off: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
  • Consistent 48-hour schedule every week
• Home Daily
• Equipment: Manual transmission tractor-trailer tanker (10-speed)
• Overtime Pay: After 40 hours
• Job Duties: Fueling locomotives only

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

• Operate a manual transmission tractor-tanker to fuel trains in railyards.
• Serve as a mobile gas station, providing on-site fueling services to trains.
• Run regular routes between Allentown, Philadelphia, and Baltimore.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
• Maintain accurate fuel logs, delivery records, and inventory documentation.
• Communicate effectively with railroad personnel to coordinate fueling of trains.
• Adhere to all DOT regulations and company safety protocols during transport and fueling.
• Work safely at all times without incident. You are empowered to STOP work at any time due to unsafe conditions.
• Demonstrate reliability, safety, and professionalism through attendance, communication, and conduct.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional Manager or Site Leader

Qualifications

• CDL Class A with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements
• Manual transmission experience required – no 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