CDL-A Equipment Operator

Qualdoc • Richmond, VA

10h • $26

About The Position

The CDL-A Equipment Operator supports field operations involving heavy machinery, equipment transportation, and hands-on labor. This is primarily an equipment operation and field support position rather than an over-the-road driving job. Driving accounts for approximately 10% of the work; most time is spent operating machinery, handling materials, assisting with field projects, and maintaining equipment. The role is primarily field-based, with travel to different job sites as needed and work outdoors in changing weather conditions. Candidates must be comfortable with extended shifts and responding to emergency assignments on short notice.

The position guarantees 40 hours per week, while regular and overtime hours average more than 60 hours per week and may reach 70 hours in some weeks. Employees must be available on call 24/7 for emergency service requests, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Hours worked outside Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, are paid at time and a half. Additional compensation may include per diem, hotel expenses for travel assignments, and layover pay when applicable. Pre-employment requirements include a drug screen and background check; steel-toed boots are required for the interview.

Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) and a good driving record.
• Previous experience in construction, equipment operation, or physically demanding field work.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery safely and effectively.
• Comfort performing manual labor and handling equipment and materials.
• Successful completion of required equipment qualification tests, safety training, and certification programs.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to follow instructions.
• Availability for emergency call-outs, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to travel to different job sites as needed.
• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions and safely around heavy machinery and other field personnel.
• Comfort with extended shifts and emergency assignments.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Steel-toed boots are required for the interview.

Nice To Haves

• Three or more years of experience operating heavy equipment, including backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, rail-bound equipment, tractors, or skid-steer loaders.
• Equivalent combinations of training and hands-on experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Transport trucks, trailers, machinery, and materials to and from assigned job sites.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles, trailers, and equipment in accordance with DOT regulations and company procedures.
• Inspect transported loads and verify permits for oversized and overweight equipment.
• Participate in daily job briefings and safety meetings before work begins.
• Load, unload, move, and position equipment and materials at job sites.
• Assist with heavy lifting, equipment setup, material transfers, and other field operations.
• Help assemble, inspect, rig, and operate cranes and other heavy machinery.
• Connect and secure chains, cables, and winches when handling heavy loads.
• Operate cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, bulldozers, front-end loaders, tractors, and skid-steer loaders.
• Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools to complete assignments.
• Monitor vehicles and machinery for issues and maintain operational readiness.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and document completed service work; report major mechanical issues to the appropriate supervisor.
• Assist with dismantling, loading, and securing machinery after assignments.
• Restock vehicles and equipment with necessary parts, supplies, and materials upon returning to the home location.
• Sort and organize scrap materials in designated areas.
• Assist other teams with additional assignments as needed.
• Maintain clean and organized vehicles, machinery, tools, and work areas.
• Follow company safety policies, operating procedures, and job site requirements.
• Respond to emergency service requests as required, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Travel to different job sites as needed.

Benefits

• Full-time employment with benefits.
• Opportunities for training and equipment certifications.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Travel compensation, including per diem and applicable hotel expenses and layover pay.
• Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked outside Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed