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CDL-A Infrastructure Maintenance Operator/Laborer - Kansas City, MO
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Job Summary
$26 Per Hour
Kansas City, KS
CDL A
Local
2+ Years of CDL Experience
paid time off
layover pay
full time
Job Details
Handling Type
Touch Freight (Heavy Touch, Tarping)
Transmission Type
Automatic
Job Requirements
CDL Class
CDL A
CDL Experience
2+ years
Full Description
CDL-A Infrastructure Maintenance Operator/Laborer - Kansas City, MO
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $26/hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience
Position Summary
We're seeking a CDL-A Infrastructure Maintenance Operator/Laborer for hands-on maintenance and repair work in the Kansas City area. The position involves equipment transportation, heavy machinery operation, physical maintenance work, and supporting field repairs and construction activities. Work assignments can change quickly, so candidates must be comfortable with emergency callouts and an active, physically demanding schedule.
Schedule & Compensation
Responsibilities
Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Pre-Employment Requirements
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.
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $26/hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience
Position Summary
We're seeking a CDL-A Infrastructure Maintenance Operator/Laborer for hands-on maintenance and repair work in the Kansas City area. The position involves equipment transportation, heavy machinery operation, physical maintenance work, and supporting field repairs and construction activities. Work assignments can change quickly, so candidates must be comfortable with emergency callouts and an active, physically demanding schedule.
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
- Inspect trucks, trailers, and equipment before and after use.
- Transport equipment and materials to work sites and ensure loads are properly secured.
- Assist with infrastructure maintenance, repair, construction, grading, and site preparation.
- Operate excavators, backhoes, loaders, cranes, dump trucks, and other heavy equipment when qualified.
- Move and position materials and equipment and assist with rigging using chains, cables, and winches.
- Perform physical labor outdoors and use hydraulic tools, welding and cutting tools, electrical tools, and hand tools as needed.
- Complete minor equipment maintenance, including basic mechanical tasks, and report complex repairs.
- Participate in safety briefings, equipment checks, cleanup, and restocking.
- Follow safety procedures and maintain organized vehicles, tools, and work areas.
Requirements
- Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.
- Basic mechanical skills, including the ability to perform minor repairs such as oil changes.
- Experience in construction labor, infrastructure maintenance, or another physically demanding role.
- Ability to work outdoors and perform continuous physical tasks.
- Availability for emergency callouts 24/7, including weekends and holidays.
- Ability to complete required qualification tests and safety training.
Preferred Qualifications
- Railroad or related infrastructure experience.
- Experience operating manual-transmission vehicles or equipment.
- Three or more years of heavy equipment experience or equivalent training and experience.
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Background check
- Pre-employment drug screen
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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