CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator: Overtime & Per Diem

Qualdoc; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Qualdoc is seeking a CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer in Minneapolis, MN. This is a hands-on field position with equipment transportation, heavy machinery operation, and manual labor. Travel and emergency response may be required.

40 hours guaranteed weekly with significant overtime and 24/7 on-call coverage. Most time is spent operating construction equipment and assisting field operations; keeping vehicles maintained and complying with safety standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL-A with good driving record.
• Experience in construction or heavy equipment operation.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment and perform field duties.
• On-call schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours.
• Complete required safety training and testing.
• Strong commitment to safety and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment.
• Transport equipment and materials to and from job sites using tractor-trailers.
• Inspect loads and verify permits for overweight and oversized transport.
• Participate in daily work planning and safety briefings.
• Load, unload, move, and position equipment and materials.
• Assist with equipment assembly, inspections, and operation, including cranes.
• Operate cranes, backhoes, excavators, grapple trucks, dump trucks, bulldozers, front-end loaders, and skid-steer loaders.
• Assist with rigging operations using chains, cables, and winches.
• Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools.
• Monitor vehicles and machinery for safe operation.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and report complex issues.
• Restock vehicles, organize supplies, maintain clean work areas.
• Help with shop maintenance and safety training during downtime.
• Follow safety procedures and support daily operations.

Job description

Qualdoc is seeking a CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer in Minneapolis, MN. This is a hands-on field position with equipment transportation, heavy machinery operation, and manual labor. Travel and emergency response may be required.

40 hours guaranteed weekly with significant overtime and 24/7 on-call coverage. Most time is spent operating construction equipment and assisting field operations; keeping vehicles maintained and complying with safety standards is essential.