CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Taneytown, MD
qualdoc · Taneytown, MD · onsite
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive tractor-trailers to transport machinery, materials, and supplies between the work location and job sites.
- Inspect trucks, trailers, and equipment before and after trips.
- Verify load securement and required permits for oversized or overweight equipment.
- Operate excavators, cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, and other machinery when qualified.
- Assist with lifting, rigging, equipment positioning, material movement, and field recovery operations.
- Use chains, cables, winches, hydraulic tools, cutting torches, welding tools, and hand tools as needed.
- Perform minor servicing and routine equipment checks to support operational readiness.
- Follow work plans, participate in safety briefings, and comply with DOT requirements.
- Assist with equipment assembly, disassembly, loading, unloading, and site cleanup.
- Restock supplies and keep vehicles, tools, and work areas organized.
- Provide support to other field operations when needed.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.
- Experience operating heavy equipment such as excavators, backhoes, loaders, or cranes preferred.
- Construction, equipment maintenance, or physical labor experience.
- Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to perform minor equipment servicing.
- Ability to follow safe lifting, rigging, and load-handling procedures.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Willingness to travel overnight and respond to emergency assignments.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions and complete required safety training.
Schedule and Compensation:
- 40 hours guaranteed per week.
- Average of 60 or more hours per week, with additional overtime as needed.
- On-call availability 24/7, including weekends and holidays.
- 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.
- Completion of required safety and qualification programs.
Benefits:
- Full-time direct-hire opportunity with company benefits and applicable travel compensation.