CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator

CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator

Location: Candor, NC

Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Starting Pay: $27.50/hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience.

Position Summary

Qualdoc is seeking a dependable CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator to transport equipment and materials, operate heavy machinery, and assist with field operations and equipment maintenance. This position involves a combination of driving, equipment operation, and hands-on labor.

Schedule & Compensation

40 hours guaranteed per week

Significant overtime, with an average of 60+ hours per week and occasional weeks reaching 70 hours

Must be available for emergency calls 24/7, including weekends and holidays

Hours worked outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, are paid at time-and-a-half

Additional compensation includes per diem, hotel pay for travel, and layover pay when applicable

Full-time position with benefits

Key Responsibilities

Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with company policies and DOT regulations.

Transport equipment and materials safely to and from job sites, inspect loads, and verify permits for oversized or overweight loads.

Load, unload, stage, and secure equipment and materials before and after field assignments.

Operate heavy equipment such as cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, bulldozers, front-end loaders, tractors, and skid-steers.

Assist with equipment assembly, inspections, rigging, and the use of chains, cables, and winches.

Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools as needed.

Participate in daily safety briefings and follow established work plans and safety procedures.

Perform basic equipment inspections and minor maintenance to help keep machinery operational. Report more complex repairs to the Shop Manager or Foreman.

Help dismantle, load, and prepare equipment for transportation when assignments are complete.

Maintain vehicles, equipment, tools, and work areas in an organized and safe condition.

Assist other departments as needed to support daily operations.

Requirements

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a good driving record.

Experience operating heavy equipment and performing construction labor or similar hands-on work.

Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and work in changing field conditions.

Willingness to respond to emergency calls at any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Ability to complete required qualification tests and safety training.

Must follow all company and job-site safety procedures.

Preferred Experience

3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment, including backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, tractors, and skid-steers.

Experience with equipment inspections, rigging, hydraulic tools, welding, cutting torches, or basic mechanical work is a plus.

Equivalent training and hands-on experience may also be considered.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Drug screening

Background check

Interview Requirement: Candidates must bring steel-toed boots to the interview.