CDL-A Infrastructure Maintenance Operator/Laborer – Richmond, VA

Qualdoc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits included

Job summary

Qualdoc in Richmond, VA seeks a CDL-A Infrastructure Maintenance Operator/Laborer for field maintenance, repair, and heavy equipment support. This hands-on role requires safety-minded workers who can handle outdoor labor, operate equipment when qualified, and follow DOT rules.

The position offers 40 hours weekly with significant overtime, on-call 24/7, and paid overtime outside standard hours. Benefits included. Starting pay is $26 per hour with potential for higher pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.
• Experience in construction labor or physically demanding roles.
• Ability to perform outdoor fieldwork and operate heavy equipment when qualified.
• Willingness to complete required qualification tests and safety training.
• Availability for emergency callouts 24/7, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment per DOT rules.
• Transport equipment and materials safely to job sites.
• Load, unload, stage, and position equipment for field assignments.
• Assist with infrastructure maintenance, repair, construction, and site prep.
• Operate heavy equipment when qualified (excavators, backhoes, loaders, cranes, etc.).
• Assist with equipment setup, lifting and rigging using chains, cables, and winches.
• Use hydraulic tools, welding and cutting tools, electrical tools, and hand tools as needed.
• Perform minor equipment maintenance and report complex issues.
• Participate in safety briefings, inspections, site cleanup, and restocking.
• Keep vehicles and work areas clean and organized.

Skills

Valid Class A CDL

Heavy equipment operation

Outdoor fieldwork

Safety training

Emergency callouts 24/7

Construction labor experience

Three+ years heavy equipment

Job description

CDL-A Infrastructure Maintenance Operator/Laborer – Richmond, VA

Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $26/hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience

Position Summary

We’re hiring a CDL-A Infrastructure Maintenance Operator/Laborer in Richmond, VA. This hands-on role focuses on field maintenance, repair, construction support, heavy equipment operation, and physical labor. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, follows safety procedures, and can adapt to changing work assignments and emergency response needs.

Schedule & Compensation

• 40 hours guaranteed per week




• Significant overtime; average workweeks are 60+ hours




• On-call availability 24/7, including weekends and holidays




• Hours outside Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–4 p.m., paid at time-and-a-half




• Additional compensation may include per diem, hotel pay for travel, and layover pay when applicable




• Benefits included

Responsibilities

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




• Transport equipment and materials safely to and from job sites.




• Load, unload, stage, and position equipment and materials for field assignments.




• Assist with infrastructure maintenance, repair, construction, grading, and site preparation.




• Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, backhoes, loaders, cranes, grapple trucks, and dump trucks when qualified.




• Assist with equipment setup, lifting, and rigging using chains, cables, and winches.




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




• Perform minor equipment maintenance and report more complex mechanical issues.




• Participate in safety briefings, equipment inspections, site cleanup, and equipment restocking.




• Maintain clean and organized vehicles, equipment, tools, and work areas.

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.




• Experience in construction labor, maintenance, or another physically demanding role.




• Ability to perform outdoor fieldwork and operate heavy equipment when qualified.




• Willingness to complete required qualification tests and safety training.




• Availability for emergency callouts 24/7, including weekends and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with infrastructure maintenance, construction, or related field operations.




• Three or more years of heavy equipment operating experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.




• Experience operating excavators, backhoes, bulldozers, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, tractors, or skid-steers.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Background check




• Pre-employment drug screen