CDL-A Field Equipment Operator – Kansas City, MO

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Transport equipment and materials to job sites using a tractor-trailer.

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and verify that loads are secure and transportation permits are accurate.

• Operate heavy equipment, including excavators, backhoes, cranes, loaders, grapple trucks, and dump trucks, when qualified.

• Assist with equipment lifting, load transfers, infrastructure repair, material handling, and related field projects.

• Work with chains, cables, winches, hydraulic tools, welding and cutting equipment, and standard hand tools as required.

• Perform basic mechanical tasks, including minor equipment repairs and oil changes when needed.

• Monitor equipment condition, report defects, and help keep machinery ready for service.

• Participate in safety briefings and follow DOT requirements and jobsite procedures.

• Load, unload, secure, and organize equipment, tools, and supplies.

• Maintain clean vehicles, equipment, and work areas.

• Assist other field teams or departments as assignments require.

Skills and Qualifications

Class A CDL with a good driving record.

Basic mechanical skills, including the ability to perform an oil change and other minor equipment repairs.

Heavy equipment operating experience preferred.

Experience with manual-transmission equipment strongly preferred.

Background in construction, equipment operation, or physical field labor.

Ability to work safely with rigging equipment, hand tools, and hydraulic tools.

Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to pass required training and safety qualifications.

Availability for emergency callouts, including weekends and holidays.

Schedule and Compensation

40 hours guaranteed weekly.

Average workload of 60 or more hours per week, with significant overtime.

On-call 24/7 for emergency assignments.

Time-and-a-half for hours outside Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–4 p.m., under the stated pay arrangement.

Per diem, hotel reimbursement, and layover pay for qualifying travel assignments.

Additional Requirements

Pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Required safety training and qualification tests.

Benefits

• Full-time direct-hire employment with company benefits and applicable travel compensation.