CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator

About This Role

This active, hands-on role involves transporting equipment, operating heavy machinery, and assisting with time-sensitive recovery projects. It suits a CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator who can safely operate equipment, assist with fieldwork, and adapt to changing assignments, while being comfortable with commercial driving, physical labor, equipment maintenance, and an on-call schedule.

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor-trailers to transport machinery, materials, and supplies between the work location and job sites
• Inspect trucks, trailers, and equipment before and after trips
• Verify load securement and required permits for oversized or overweight equipment
• Operate excavators, cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, and other machinery when qualified
• Assist with lifting, rigging, equipment positioning, material movement, and field recovery operations
• Use chains, cables, winches, hydraulic tools, cutting torches, welding tools, and hand tools as needed
• Perform minor servicing and routine equipment checks to support operational readiness
• Follow work plans, participate in safety briefings, and comply with DOT requirements
• Assist with equipment assembly, disassembly, loading, unloading, and site cleanup
• Restock supplies and keep vehicles, tools, and work areas organized
• Provide support to other field operations when needed

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record
• Experience operating heavy equipment such as excavators, backhoes, loaders, or cranes preferred
• Construction, equipment maintenance, or physical labor experience
• Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to perform minor equipment servicing
• Ability to follow safe lifting, rigging, and load-handling procedures
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Willingness to travel overnight and respond to emergency assignments
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and complete required safety training
• Pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Completion of required safety and qualification programs

Benefits

• Full-time direct-hire opportunity with company benefits
• Applicable travel compensation
• Per diem, hotel reimbursement, and layover pay for qualifying travel assignments

Important Details

• Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed per week, averaging 60 or more hours per week with additional overtime as needed; on-call availability 24/7, including weekends and holidays

About the Company

We are seeking a CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator to join a field team responsible for equipment transportation, heavy machinery operations, and time-sensitive recovery projects.