CDL-A Field Equipment Operator – Kansas City, MO

Qualdoc • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

The CDL-A Field Equipment Operator transports equipment and materials to job sites and supports heavy equipment, infrastructure maintenance, and material-handling assignments. The role combines commercial driving, equipment operation, basic mechanical work, and hands-on fieldwork. Operators must adapt to assignments based on operational needs and follow safety requirements and jobsite procedures.

This is a full-time, direct-hire position based in Kansas City, Missouri. The schedule guarantees 40 hours per week, with an average workload of 60 or more hours and significant overtime. The position is on call 24/7 for emergency assignments, including weekends and holidays. Starting pay is $26.00 per hour, with higher pay depending on experience. The stated pay arrangement provides time-and-a-half for hours outside Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Qualifying travel assignments may include per diem, hotel reimbursement, and layover pay.

Requirements

• Class A CDL and a good driving record.
• Basic mechanical skills, including the ability to perform an oil change and other minor equipment repairs.
• Background in construction, equipment operation, or physical field labor.
• Ability to work safely with rigging equipment, hand tools, and hydraulic tools.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to pass required training and safety qualifications.
• Availability for 24/7 emergency callouts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Completion of required safety training and qualification tests.

Nice To Haves

• Heavy equipment operating experience.
• Experience with manual-transmission equipment.

Responsibilities

• Transport equipment and materials to job sites using a tractor-trailer.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, verify that loads are secure, and confirm transportation permits are accurate.
• Operate heavy equipment, including excavators, backhoes, cranes, loaders, grapple trucks, and dump trucks, when qualified.
• Assist with equipment lifting, load transfers, infrastructure repair, material handling, and related field projects.
• Use chains, cables, winches, hydraulic tools, welding and cutting equipment, and standard hand tools as required.
• Perform basic mechanical tasks, including minor equipment repairs and oil changes when needed.
• Monitor equipment condition, report defects, and help keep machinery ready for service.
• Participate in safety briefings and follow DOT requirements and jobsite procedures.
• Load, unload, secure, and organize equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Maintain clean vehicles, equipment, and work areas.
• Assist other field teams or departments as assignments require.

Benefits

• Company benefits.
• Per diem, hotel reimbursement, and layover pay for qualifying travel assignments.
• Time-and-a-half for hours outside Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–4 p.m., under the stated pay arrangement.

What This Job Offers

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