CDL-A Equipment Operator/Laborer – Kansas City, MO
CDL-A Equipment Operator/Laborer – Kansas City, MO
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $26/hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience
Position Summary
We’re seeking a CDL-A Equipment Operator/Laborer to support specialized field operations in the Kansas City area. This hands-on position involves transporting equipment, moving and transferring heavy loads, operating construction equipment, and performing physical work at job sites. Candidates must have basic mechanical skills and be comfortable with an unpredictable, on-call schedule.
Schedule & Compensation
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40 hours guaranteed per week
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Significant overtime; average workweeks are 60+ hours
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On-call availability 24/7, including weekends and holidays
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Hours outside Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–4 p.m., paid at time-and-a-half
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Additional compensation may include per diem, hotel pay for travel, and layover pay when applicable
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Benefits included
Responsibilities
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Inspect trucks, trailers, and equipment before and after trips.
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Transport equipment and materials safely and check loads and permits for oversized or overweight equipment.
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Load, unload, stage, and transfer heavy equipment and materials.
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Operate cranes, excavators, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, and other equipment when qualified.
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Assist with equipment setup, rigging, chains, cables, and winches.
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Perform basic mechanical tasks and minor equipment repairs in the field, including oil changes.
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Use hydraulic, electrical, welding, cutting, and hand tools as needed.
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Participate in safety briefings, equipment maintenance, site cleanup, and restocking.
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Support related field assignments as needed.
Requirements
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Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.
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Basic mechanical skills, including the ability to perform minor equipment maintenance.
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Experience in construction, equipment operation, or physically demanding labor.
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Ability to complete required training, qualification tests, and safety programs.
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Availability for emergency callouts 24/7, including weekends and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience operating manual-transmission vehicles or equipment.
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Three or more years of heavy equipment operating experience, or equivalent training and experience.
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Experience with excavators, backhoes, front-end loaders, bulldozers, grapple trucks, tractors, or skid-steers.
Pre-Employment Requirements
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Background check
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Pre-employment drug screen
As published by lever · 10 questions · 8 written answers
Basics
Resume/CV, Full name, Email, Phone, Current location, Current company, LinkedIn URL, Portfolio URL, Qualdoc, LLC
Pick from a list (2)
- Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
- Will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for employment authorization?
Written answers (8)
- How many years of experience do you have operating heavy equipment? Which types of equipment have you operated?
- How many years of experience do you have with a Class A CDL, and what types of tractor-trailer equipment have you driven?
- Please describe your experience in construction, railroad, rerailing, track maintenance, or other physically demanding field work.
- What experience do you have with rigging, cranes, hydraulic tools, welding/cutting torches, or other tools used in heavy equipment or field operations?
- Are you able to be on call 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to respond to emergency service calls? Please explain any scheduling limitations.
- When is your availability to start?
- Please provide your city, state and zip code
- Please provide your phone number and active email address