CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Kansas City, MO

Qualdoc • Kansas City, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator to assist with urgent field recovery and equipment operations in the Kansas City area. This role combines limited commercial driving with hands-on equipment operation, rigging, lifting, and physical labor. Applicants should be mechanically inclined and prepared to respond to emergency assignments on short notice.

The position guarantees 40 hours per week, with significant overtime and average workweeks of 60+ hours. The role requires 24/7 on-call availability, including weekends and holidays. Hours outside Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–4 p.m., are paid at time-and-a-half. Additional compensation may include per diem, hotel pay for travel, and layover pay when applicable. Starting pay is $26/hour, with higher pay potentially available depending on experience. This is a full-time, direct-hire position.

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.
• Construction labor, equipment operation, or other physically demanding work experience.
• Basic mechanical ability and willingness to perform minor equipment repairs.
• Ability to work outdoors, handle physical tasks, and respond to emergency assignments.
• Availability for 24/7 callouts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to complete required training and safety qualifications.
• Pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating manual-transmission vehicles or equipment.
• Three or more years of experience with heavy equipment such as excavators, backhoes, bulldozers, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, tractors, or skid-steers.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment.
• Transport equipment to and from job sites and ensure loads and permits meet transportation requirements.
• Assist with field recovery, heavy lifting, load transfers, and equipment positioning.
• Operate cranes, excavators, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, and other heavy equipment when qualified.
• Assist with equipment assembly and rigging using chains, cables, and winches.
• Use hydraulic tools, welding and cutting equipment, electrical tools, and hand tools.
• Perform basic mechanical maintenance and document service completed.
• Take part in safety briefings, equipment checks, site cleanup, and restocking.
• Follow all safety procedures and keep equipment and work areas organized.

Benefits

• Additional compensation may include per diem, hotel pay for travel, and layover pay when applicable.
• Benefits included; specific benefits are not listed.

What This Job Offers

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