CDL-A Excavator Operator

Qualdoc•Candor, NC

About The Position

Qualdoc is hiring a full-time CDL-A Excavator Operator for hands-on heavy-equipment operation, transportation, and emergency field support in Candor, North Carolina. Most of the work focuses on equipment operation and on-site activities, with driving making up a smaller part of the role. The position also involves physical labor, equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, safety training, and time-sensitive field assignments. The schedule guarantees 40 hours per week, averages 60 or more hours, and may reach 70 hours in some weeks. The operator must be available on call 24/7, including weekends and holidays, and be able to work extended hours and travel as assignments require. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked outside Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Starting pay is $27.50 per hour, with higher pay potentially available depending on experience. The role is direct hire and includes a full-time benefits package, per diem for qualifying assignments, and hotel and layover pay for eligible travel assignments. Pre-employment requirements include drug screening and a background check. Candidates must bring steel-toed boots to the interview. The employer may use AI tools to support parts of the hiring process, but final hiring decisions are made by humans.

Requirements

Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) with a good driving record.
Experience in construction, industrial labor, or another physically demanding role.
Ability to operate heavy equipment and perform hands-on fieldwork.
Basic mechanical knowledge and the ability to perform minor equipment repairs.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond quickly to emergency assignments.
Availability to work an on-call schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to work extended hours and travel for assignments as needed.
Ability to complete required safety training and qualification testing.
Pre-employment drug screening and background check.
Candidates must bring steel-toed boots to the interview.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of experience operating heavy equipment.
Experience operating excavators, backhoes, bulldozers, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, rail-bound equipment, tractors, or skid-steer loaders.
Experience operating equipment with a manual transmission.
Strong mechanical skills and experience performing basic equipment maintenance.
Equivalent combinations of training and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Operate excavators, cranes, and other heavy equipment for specialized field assignments.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with DOT regulations.
Transport machinery, materials, and equipment to and from job sites using tractor-trailers.
Inspect loads and verify permits for oversized or overweight equipment.
Assist with loading, unloading, positioning, and securing equipment and materials.
Participate in daily safety briefings and coordinate with team members to complete assignments safely and efficiently.
Use chains, cables, winches, and other rigging equipment to assist with lifting and equipment handling.
Operate, as qualified, backhoes, excavators, cranes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, bulldozers, front-end loaders, and skid steers.
Assist with equipment recovery, material handling, grading, lifting, and construction-related field activities.
Work with hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and standard hand tools.
Perform basic equipment maintenance and minor repairs, including routine service tasks such as oil changes.
Monitor equipment condition, identify mechanical issues, and report major repairs to the Shop Manager or Foreman.
Assist with equipment assembly, disassembly, and transportation at the completion of assignments.
Clean, organize, and restock vehicles and equipment with necessary parts, tools, and supplies.
Maintain a safe and organized work environment while following required safety procedures.
Assist other departments and perform additional duties as needed.