CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator / Field Laborer

CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator / Field Laborer

Location: Taneytown, MD

Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Starting Pay: $26.00/hour; higher pay available depending on experience

Position Summary

We are seeking Class A CDL drivers to support emergency field operations involving specialized equipment, transportation, and physical labor.

This position involves transporting equipment and materials to job sites, operating heavy machinery when qualified, and assisting with field assignments involving equipment recovery, railcar maintenance, material handling, and infrastructure repair.

The ideal candidate has a valid Class A CDL, heavy equipment operating experience, and the flexibility to respond to emergency assignments. This is a hands-on role that combines driving, equipment operation, and physical labor.

Schedule and Compensation

• 40 hours guaranteed per week.
• Significant overtime, with average workweeks of 60+ hours and occasional weeks reaching 70 hours.
• 24/7 on-call availability required, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Time-and-a-half overtime pay for hours worked outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM.
• Additional compensation includes per diem, hotel pay for travel, and layover pay when applicable.
• Full-time benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with company policies and DOT regulations.
• Operate tractor-trailers to transport equipment and materials to and from job sites.
• Inspect loads and verify transportation permits for overweight and oversized equipment.
• Participate in job briefings and safety meetings to review work plans and ensure safe operations.
• Load, unload, move, and stage materials and equipment for field assignments.
• Assist with equipment assembly, inspection, rigging, and operation, including the use of chains, cables, and winches.
• Operate heavy equipment such as cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, and excavators when qualified.
• Assist with specialized lifting, equipment recovery, material transfers, railcar maintenance, infrastructure repairs, grading, and construction-related activities.
• Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools as required.
• Monitor vehicles and equipment to maintain operational readiness and minimize downtime.
• Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle maintenance, referring more complex repairs to the appropriate personnel.
• Assist with equipment disassembly, loading, and transportation following job completion.
• Restock vehicles and equipment with necessary parts, supplies, and components.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas, vehicles, and equipment.
• Follow all applicable safety policies and procedures.
• Assist other departments as needed to support operational requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a good driving record.
• Experience in construction labor or a similar physically demanding role.
• Ability to pass required qualification tests, training programs, and safety assessments.
• Availability for 24/7 emergency response assignments, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to perform physical labor and work in demanding field environments.
• Commitment to safe work practices and professional conduct.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of heavy equipment operating experience.
• Experience operating backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, rail-bound equipment, tractors, and skid-steer loaders.
• Experience with equipment transportation, rigging, or construction-related activities.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Work Environment

• Frequent travel to local and out-of-area job sites.
• Emergency assignments may require extended work hours and overnight stays.
• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Physically demanding work involving lifting, carrying, equipment handling, and extended periods of activity.
• Ability to remain flexible and respond to changing operational needs.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Pre-employment drug screening.
• Background check.
• Completion of required safety training and qualification programs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Additional travel compensation, including per diem and hotel pay when applicable.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.

Join Our Team

Take on a hands-on role where your CDL, equipment operating skills, and mechanical knowledge make a difference. Join a team that values safety, teamwork, and dependable field operations.