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CDL-A Field Equipment Operator – Kansas City, MO
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $26.00/hour; higher depending on experience
Position Summary
We are looking for a CDL-A Field Equipment Operator to transport equipment and support a variety of heavy equipment, infrastructure maintenance, and material-handling assignments. This position requires a combination of commercial driving, equipment operation, basic mechanical skills, and hands-on fieldwork.
Successful candidates must be adaptable, safety-conscious, and comfortable moving between different types of assignments based on operational needs.
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Transport equipment and materials to job sites using a tractor-trailer.
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Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and verify that loads are secure and transportation permits are accurate.
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Operate heavy equipment, including excavators, backhoes, cranes, loaders, grapple trucks, and dump trucks, when qualified.
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Assist with equipment lifting, load transfers, infrastructure repair, material handling, and related field projects.
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Work with chains, cables, winches, hydraulic tools, welding and cutting equipment, and standard hand tools as required.
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Perform basic mechanical tasks, including minor equipment repairs and oil changes when needed.
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Monitor equipment condition, report defects, and help keep machinery ready for service.
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Participate in safety briefings and follow DOT requirements and jobsite procedures.
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Load, unload, secure, and organize equipment, tools, and supplies.
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Maintain clean vehicles, equipment, and work areas.
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Assist other field teams or departments as assignments require.
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Class A CDL with a good driving record.
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Basic mechanical skills, including the ability to perform an oil change and other minor equipment repairs.
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Heavy equipment operating experience preferred.
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Experience with manual-transmission equipment strongly preferred.
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Background in construction, equipment operation, or physical field labor.
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Ability to work safely with rigging equipment, hand tools, and hydraulic tools.
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Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to pass required training and safety qualifications.
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Availability for emergency callouts, including weekends and holidays.
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40 hours guaranteed weekly.
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Average workload of 60 or more hours per week, with significant overtime.
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On-call 24/7 for emergency assignments.
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Time-and-a-half for hours outside Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–4 p.m., under the stated pay arrangement.
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Per diem, hotel reimbursement, and layover pay for qualifying travel assignments.
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Pre-employment drug screen and background check.
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Required safety training and qualification tests.
Full-time direct-hire employment with company benefits and applicable travel compensation.