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.