CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator

CDL-A Excavator Operator Location: Candor, NC Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire Starting Pay: $27.50/hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience. Job Overview Qualdoc is hiring a CDL-A Excavator Operator for a hands-on position involving heavy equipment operation, transportation, and emergency field support. This role is ideal for an experienced operator who can safely handle construction equipment, perform physical labor, and assist with time-sensitive field assignments. Driving is a smaller part of the job, with most of the work focused on equipment operation and on-site activities. Employees also assist with equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, and safety training when not responding to emergency calls.

Schedule & Compensation • 40 hours guaranteed per week

• Significant overtime, with an average of 60+ hours per week and occasional weeks reaching 70 hours

• Must be available for emergency calls 24/7, including weekends and holidays

• Hours worked outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, are paid at time-and-a-half

• Additional compensation includes per diem, hotel pay for travel, and layover pay when applicable

• Full-time position with benefits

Key Responsibilities • Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with company policies and DOT regulations.

• Transport equipment and materials safely to and from job sites, inspect loads, and verify permits for oversized or overweight loads.

• Load, unload, stage, and secure equipment and materials before and after field assignments.

• Operate heavy equipment such as cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, bulldozers, front-end loaders, tractors, and skid-steers.

• Assist with equipment assembly, inspections, rigging, and the use of chains, cables, and winches.

• Use hydraulic tools, welding equipment, cutting torches, electrical tools, and common hand tools as needed.

• Participate in daily safety briefings and follow established work plans and safety procedures.

• Perform basic equipment inspections and minor maintenance to help keep machinery operational. Report more complex repairs to the Shop Manager or Foreman.

• Help dismantle, load, and prepare equipment for transportation when assignments are complete.

• Maintain vehicles, equipment, tools, and work areas in an organized and safe condition.

• Assist other departments as needed to support daily operations.

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

• Experience operating heavy equipment and performing construction labor or similar hands-on work.

• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and work in changing field conditions.

• Willingness to respond to emergency calls at any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Ability to complete required qualification tests and safety training.

• Must follow all company and job-site safety procedures.

Preferred Experience • 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment, including backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, tractors, and skid-steers.

• Experience with equipment inspections, rigging, hydraulic tools, welding, cutting torches, or basic mechanical work is a plus.

• Equivalent training and hands-on experience may also be considered.

Pre-Employment Requirements • Drug screening

• Background check

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