CDL-A Construction Equipment Operator

CDL-A Construction Equipment Operator

Location: Taneytown, MD
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $26.00/hour; higher pay available depending on experience

About the Position

We are seeking a dependable CDL-A Construction Equipment Operator to support field operations involving heavy equipment, material handling, transportation, and construction-related labor.

This is a hands-on position that combines commercial driving, heavy equipment operation, and physically demanding outdoor work. Driving makes up only a small portion of the job. Candidates should be comfortable operating construction machinery, handling materials, and working outdoors in changing weather conditions.

This position requires 24/7 on-call availability to respond to emergency assignments, including weekends and holidays.

Schedule & Compensation

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40 hours guaranteed per week.

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Significant overtime, with average workweeks of 60+ hours and occasional weeks reaching 70 hours.

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24/7 on-call availability, including weekends and holidays.

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Time-and-a-half overtime pay for hours worked outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM.

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

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Full-time position with benefits.

Key Responsibilities

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

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Drive tractor-trailers to and from job sites and inspect transported loads and equipment.

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Verify transportation permits and ensure overweight and oversized load requirements are met.

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Load, unload, move, and stage heavy materials and equipment for field assignments.

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Operate construction equipment, including cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, and excavators, when qualified.

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Assist with equipment assembly, inspections, rigging, and connecting chains, cables, and winches.

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Perform physically demanding fieldwork, including material handling, site preparation, grading, and equipment positioning.

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

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Monitor vehicles and equipment to maintain operational readiness and minimize downtime.

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Perform and document minor equipment maintenance and report more complex mechanical issues to the appropriate supervisor.

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Assist with equipment disassembly, loading, and transportation after completing assignments.

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Restock vehicles and equipment with necessary parts, components, and supplies.

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Maintain clean, organized, and safe vehicles, equipment, and work areas.

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Participate in daily safety briefings and follow all company safety policies.

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Assist other departments and perform additional duties as needed.

Qualifications

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

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Previous experience in construction, equipment operation, or physically demanding labor.

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Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently.

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Comfortable performing continuous physical labor and working outdoors in various weather conditions.

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Ability to work extended hours, travel as needed, and remain available for emergency callouts 24/7, including weekends and holidays.

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Must successfully complete required qualification tests and safety training.

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Strong awareness of workplace safety and ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Preferred Experience

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3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment, including:

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Backhoes

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Bulldozers

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Excavators

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Front-end loaders

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Grapple trucks

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Rail-bound equipment

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Tractors

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Skid-steer loaders

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

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Experience with cranes, rigging, hydraulic tools, welding, or torch cutting is a plus.

Pre-Employment Requirements

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Pre-employment drug screening

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Background check

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