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CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator / Laborer

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Job Summary

$26 Per Hour

Taneytown, MD

CDL A

Local

2+ Years of CDL Experience

layover pay

full time

Job Details

Equipment

Tractor Trailer

Handling Type

Touch Freight (Heavy Touch, Tarping)

Transmission Type

Automatic

Job Requirements

CDL Class

CDL A

CDL Experience

2+ years

Full Description

CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator / 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 for a hands-on field position involving equipment transportation, heavy machinery operation, and physical labor. Employees support time-sensitive field assignments that may include equipment recovery, material transfers, railcar maintenance, and infrastructure repair.

This role combines commercial driving, equipment operation, mechanical tasks, and fieldwork. Candidates must be comfortable working extended hours and responding to emergency assignments.

Schedule & Compensation

40 hours guaranteed per week.
Significant overtime, with an average workweek of 60+ hours and occasional weeks reaching 70 hours.
24/7 on-call availability required, including weekends and holidays.
Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked outside Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM.
Additional compensation may include 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.
Drive tractor-trailers to and from job sites and inspect transported loads and equipment.
Verify transportation permits for overweight and oversized loads.
Participate in job briefings and safety meetings to review work plans and assignments.
Load, unload, move, and stage materials and equipment for field operations.
Assist with equipment assembly, inspection, and operation.
Use chains, cables, and winches to assist with equipment rigging and field operations.
Operate heavy equipment, including cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, and excavators, when qualified.
Assist with specialized lifting, equipment recovery, material transfers, railcar maintenance and repair, grading, and construction-related work.
Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools as needed.
Monitor vehicles and equipment to maintain operational readiness and minimize downtime.
Perform and document minor equipment and vehicle maintenance; report more complex mechanical issues to the appropriate personnel.
Assist with equipment disassembly, loading, and transportation after job completion.
Restock vehicles and equipment with parts, components, and supplies.
Keep vehicles, equipment, and work areas clean and organized.
Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
Support other departments as needed to meet 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 and safety training programs.
Availability for 24/7 emergency assignments, including weekends and holidays.
Ability to perform physical labor and work in demanding field environments.
Commitment to safe work practices and teamwork.

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, or skid-steer loaders.
Experience with equipment transportation, rigging, or construction-related activities.
An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Work Environment

Local and out-of-area job assignments.
Extended work hours and overnight travel may be required.
Outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
Physically demanding work involving equipment handling and general labor.

Pre-Employment Requirements

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

Interview Requirements

Candidates must bring steel-toed boots to the interview.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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