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CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Kansas City, MO

United StatesUnited States·Kansas CityDirect Hiremid
Heavy Equipment OperatorSkilled Trades & Field Services
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CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Kansas City,

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Heavy Equipment OperatorSkilled Trades & Field Services

Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $26/hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience

We’re looking for a CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator to assist with urgent field recovery and equipment operations in the Kansas City area. This role combines limited commercial driving with hands-on equipment operation, rigging, lifting, and physical labor. Applicants should be mechanically inclined and prepared to respond to emergency assignments on short notice.

  • 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

  • Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment.

  • Transport equipment to and from job sites and ensure loads and permits meet transportation requirements.

  • Assist with field recovery, heavy lifting, load transfers, and equipment positioning.

  • Operate cranes, excavators, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, and other heavy equipment when qualified.

  • Assist with equipment assembly and rigging using chains, cables, and winches.

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

  • Perform basic mechanical maintenance and document service completed.

  • Take part in safety briefings, equipment checks, site cleanup, and restocking.

  • Follow all safety procedures and keep equipment and work areas organized.

  • Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.

  • Construction labor, equipment operation, or other physically demanding work experience.

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

  • Ability to work outdoors, handle physical tasks, and respond to emergency assignments.

  • Availability for 24/7 callouts, including weekends and holidays.

  • Ability to complete required training and safety qualifications.

  • Experience operating manual-transmission vehicles or equipment.

  • Three or more years of experience with heavy equipment such as excavators, backhoes, bulldozers, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, tractors, or skid-steers.

  • Background check

  • Pre-employment drug screen

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Kansas City, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

About this job

Pay per year
≈ $54,080 a year
15% below the $63,492 median for Heavy Equipment Operator jobs on Jobera (106 salaries).
Who can apply
United States
Posted
Today
Employer
has 107 open jobs on Jobera.

Listing Details

Posted
October 22, 2026
First seen
October 22, 2026
Last seen
October 22, 2026

Posting Health

Days active
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Trust Level
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October 22, 2026

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CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator – Kansas City, MO$26/hour