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Qualdoc · Presencial · Richmond, VA

CDL-A Crane & Heavy Equipment Operator

Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $26.00/hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience.

Job Overview

Qualdoc is hiring a CDL-A Crane & Heavy Equipment Operator to support specialized lifting, equipment handling, and emergency field operations.

This position combines commercial driving, heavy machinery operation, and hands-on fieldwork. Employees will transport equipment to job sites, operate cranes and excavators, assist with complex lifting activities, and help complete time-sensitive assignments safely and efficiently.

Driving makes up a smaller portion of this position, with most responsibilities involving equipment operation and field support. When field assignments are limited, employees assist with equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, and safety training.

Schedule & Compensation

  • 40 hours guaranteed per week.

  • Average of 60+ hours per week, with some weeks reaching 70 hours.

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

  • Overtime paid at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM.

  • Per diem for qualifying assignments.

  • Hotel accommodations and layover pay for eligible travel assignments.

  • Full-time benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate cranes, excavators, and other heavy machinery to perform specialized lifting and equipment handling assignments.

  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with DOT regulations.

  • Drive tractor-trailers to transport machinery, materials, and equipment to and from job sites.

  • Inspect transported loads and verify permits for oversized and overweight equipment.

  • Assist with loading, unloading, positioning, and securing equipment and materials.

  • Participate in daily safety briefings and coordinate work plans with supervisors and crew members.

  • Assist with crane assembly, equipment inspections, and safe machinery operation.

  • Connect and secure chains, cables, and winches for lifting and equipment movement.

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

  • Assist with equipment recovery, specialized lifting, material transfers, and other field assignments.

  • Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and standard hand tools.

  • Monitor machinery and vehicles to maintain operational readiness and minimize downtime.

  • Perform and document basic equipment maintenance and minor repairs, referring more complex issues to the Shop Manager or Foreman.

  • Assist with equipment disassembly, loading, and transportation after completing assignments.

  • Restock vehicles and machinery with necessary parts, tools, and supplies.

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

  • Assist other departments as needed and follow all required safety procedures.

Required Qualifications

  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) with a good driving record.

  • Experience in construction, industrial labor, or another physically demanding field.

  • Ability to operate heavy equipment and perform hands-on fieldwork.

  • Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to perform minor equipment repairs.

  • Ability to work safely around heavy machinery and other crew members.

  • Strong awareness of workplace safety and ability to follow established procedures.

  • Availability for emergency on-call assignments, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

  • Ability to work extended hours and travel as needed.

  • Ability to successfully complete required safety training and qualification programs.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment.

  • Experience with cranes, backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, rail-bound equipment, tractors, and skid-steer loaders.

  • Experience operating manual transmission equipment.

  • Mechanical aptitude and experience using hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and hand tools.

  • Equivalent combinations of training and experience may be considered.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • Frequent outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

  • Physically demanding assignments involving standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying materials.

  • Ability to work on uneven surfaces and around heavy equipment.

  • Availability for emergency assignments throughout the year, including weekends and holidays.

  • Flexibility to work extended hours depending on operational needs.

Pay & Benefits

  • Starting pay of $26.00/hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience.

  • 40 guaranteed hours per week with significant overtime opportunities.

  • Per diem, hotel accommodations, and eligible layover pay.

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

  • 401(k) retirement plan.

  • Disability, life, and AD&D insurance.

  • Paid time off and holidays.

  • Training and career advancement opportunities.

Pre-Employment Requirements

  • Pre-employment drug screening.

  • Background check.

  • Interview Requirement: Candidates must bring steel-toed boots to the interview.

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