CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator / Laborer

Qualdoc • Minneapolis, MN

5h • Onsite

About The Position

This full-time, direct-hire, field-based role combines equipment transportation, heavy machinery operation, and physical labor. It is not a traditional truck-driving or over-the-road position: driving accounts for approximately 10% of the work, while most duties involve operating construction equipment, handling materials, and supporting field operations. Employees work on a mobile response team and must be available for emergency assignments. When not traveling to job sites, they help with equipment maintenance, safety training, and shop duties.

The position guarantees 40 hours per week, with an average of 60 or more hours and some weeks reaching 70 hours. Significant overtime opportunities are available. Employees must be on call 24/7, including weekends and holidays, and be willing to travel and work extended, irregular shifts. Hours worked outside Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, are paid at time and a half. Per diem, hotel expenses, and layover pay are provided for qualifying travel assignments. Starting pay is $26.00 per hour, with potentially higher pay depending on experience. A full benefits package is offered.

The work is physically active and takes place outdoors in changing weather conditions. Pre-employment requirements include a drug screening and background check. Candidates must bring steel-toed boots to the interview.

Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) with a good driving record.
• Previous construction, equipment operation, or physically demanding labor experience.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment and perform hands-on field duties.
• Comfortable with 24/7 on-call availability and emergency dispatches, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours when assignments require it.
• Ability to complete required training, safety programs, and qualification testing.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and equipment maintenance.
• Must complete a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Must bring steel-toed boots to the interview.

Nice To Haves

• Three or more years of heavy equipment operating experience, including backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, rail-bound equipment, tractors, or skid-steer loaders.
• Experience with rigging, chains, cables, winches, hydraulic tools, welding, and cutting torches.
• Basic mechanical and preventive maintenance skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in compliance with DOT regulations and company procedures.
• Transport equipment and materials to and from job sites using tractor-trailers.
• Inspect loads and verify permits for overweight and oversized transportation.
• Participate in daily work planning and safety briefings before field assignments.
• Load, unload, move, and position equipment and materials for field operations.
• Assist with equipment assembly, inspections, and operation, including cranes and other heavy machinery.
• Operate cranes, backhoes, excavators, grapple trucks, dump trucks, bulldozers, front-end loaders, and skid-steer loaders.
• Assist with rigging operations using chains, cables, and winches.
• Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools.
• Support specialized lifting, material transfers, grading, equipment positioning, and construction-related activities.
• Monitor vehicles and machinery to ensure safe operating condition.
• Perform and document basic equipment maintenance and report more complex mechanical issues.
• Assist with equipment breakdown, loading, and transportation after assignments.
• Restock vehicles and equipment, organize supplies, and maintain clean work areas.
• Help with shop maintenance, preventive maintenance, and safety training during downtime.
• Follow company safety procedures and maintain equipment in operational condition.
• Assist other departments as needed to support daily operations.

Benefits

• Full benefits package.
• Significant overtime opportunities, with time-and-a-half pay for hours worked outside Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM.
• Per diem, hotel expenses, and layover pay for qualifying travel assignments.

What This Job Offers

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