Travel-Ready Demolition Heavy Equipment Operator

QLM - Skilled Staffing Solutions; Palestine (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k) with company matching

Per diem

Lodging provided

Education opportunities

Job summary

QLM - Skilled Staffing Solutions is seeking Heavy Equipment Operators to join our demolition team. You will operate track or rubber-tire excavators and other specialty machinery on demanding projects, focusing on safety and efficiency.

This role requires 5–10+ years of demolition equipment experience, willingness to travel up to 100% (three weeks on the road, one long weekend home), and the ability to pass a background check and drug screening. Per diem, lodging, and meals are provided.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years heavy equipment operating experience in a demolition environment.
• Willing to travel up to 100% of the time.
• Ability to pass a background test and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy equipment such as excavators with attachments, loaders, and demolition machinery.
• Safely lift, process, and move materials including metals and concrete.
• Perform routine inspections, fueling, lubrication, and minor repairs.
• Consult load rating charts and follow safety protocols for major lifts.
• Assist with manual labor as needed, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Communicate with field supervision about task status and safety hazards.
• Follow industry and company safety protocols and identify hazards.
• May supervise other employees and direct vehicle movement on site.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety consciousness

Travel readiness

Job description

QLM - Skilled Staffing Solutions is seeking Heavy Equipment Operators to join our demolition team. You will operate track or rubber-tire excavators and other specialty machinery on demanding projects, focusing on safety and efficiency.

This role requires 5–10+ years of demolition equipment experience, willingness to travel up to 100% (three weeks on the road, one long weekend home), and the ability to pass a background check and drug screening. Per diem, lodging, and meals are provided.