Field Operations Lead – Heavy Equipment & Safety

Qualdoc; Candor (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Disability, life, and AD&D insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Training and certification

Job summary

Qualdoc in Candor, NC seeks an experienced Field Operations Assistant Manager to lead field teams performing heavy equipment recovery and time-sensitive operations. You will supervise personnel, coordinate equipment, uphold safety standards, and ensure work stays on schedule and within budget.

The ideal candidate has a Class A CDL, strong leadership, and comfort traveling and responding to emergency calls alongside field crews in demanding environments.

Qualifications

• Requires Class A CDL and leadership experience in field operations.
• Experience with heavy equipment, cranes, trucks, and excavators.
• Knowledge of DOT and FRA regulations.
• Ability to read crane load charts and rigging requirements.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and field software.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Willingness to complete required safety training and certification programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support field supervisors and crews during equipment recovery, specialty lifting, railcar repair, and related field projects.
• Assign work, monitor progress, and help ensure projects meet schedules, budgets, safety standards, and customer expectations.
• Provide hands-on leadership, coaching, and problem-solving support during field operations and emergency callouts.
• Conduct jobsite visits to evaluate safety, work quality, equipment readiness, and operational risks.
• Coordinate with customers, field partners, and regulatory representatives to support efficient project execution.
• Train and mentor employees and assist with hiring, performance evaluations, and workforce planning.
• Support budgeting, labor forecasting, payroll reporting, and project documentation.
• Monitor equipment condition and coordinate maintenance or replacement as needed.
• Support customer relationships and operational improvement initiatives.

Skills

Class A CDL

Leadership experience

Heavy equipment operations

DOT and FRA regulations

Crane load charts

Communication

Organization

Decision making

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Driving record

Safety training

Job description

Qualdoc in Candor, NC seeks an experienced Field Operations Assistant Manager to lead field teams performing heavy equipment recovery and time-sensitive operations. You will supervise personnel, coordinate equipment, uphold safety standards, and ensure work stays on schedule and within budget.

The ideal candidate has a Class A CDL, strong leadership, and comfort traveling and responding to emergency calls alongside field crews in demanding environments.