CDL-A Infrastructure Maintenance Operator/Laborer – Richmond, VA

Qualdoc • Richmond, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re hiring a full-time CDL-A Infrastructure Maintenance Operator/Laborer in Richmond, Virginia. This hands-on field role focuses on maintenance, repair, construction support, heavy equipment operation, and physical labor. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, follows safety procedures, and can adapt to changing assignments and emergency response needs.

The position guarantees 40 hours per week, with significant overtime and average workweeks of 60 or more hours. On-call availability is required 24/7, including weekends and holidays. Hours outside Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–4 p.m., are paid at time-and-a-half. Starting pay is $26 per hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience. Additional compensation may include per diem, hotel pay for travel, and layover pay when applicable. Benefits are included.

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.
• Experience in construction labor, maintenance, or another physically demanding role.
• Ability to perform outdoor fieldwork and operate heavy equipment when qualified.
• Willingness to complete required qualification tests and safety training.
• Availability for emergency callouts 24/7, including weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with infrastructure maintenance, construction, or related field operations.
• Three or more years of heavy equipment operating experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience operating 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 in accordance with company and DOT requirements.
• Transport equipment and materials safely to and from job sites.
• Load, unload, stage, and position equipment and materials for field assignments.
• Assist with infrastructure maintenance, repair, construction, grading, and site preparation.
• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, backhoes, loaders, cranes, grapple trucks, and dump trucks when qualified.
• Assist with equipment setup, lifting, and rigging using chains, cables, and winches.
• Use hydraulic tools, welding and cutting equipment, electrical tools, and common hand tools as needed.
• Perform minor equipment maintenance and report more complex mechanical issues.
• Participate in safety briefings, equipment inspections, site cleanup, and equipment restocking.
• Maintain clean and organized vehicles, equipment, tools, and work areas.

Benefits

• Benefits included.
• Additional compensation may include per diem, hotel pay for travel, and layover pay when applicable.
• Hours outside Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–4 p.m., are paid at time-and-a-half.

What This Job Offers

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