CareerPlan

CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator

Richmond, VAFull-time2026-11-11
Based in United States

Core

Operate heavy machinery, transport equipment and materials via tractor-trailer, and perform field labor for construction and infrastructure projects.

Role type

CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator

Builds

Construction equipment, materials, and infrastructure components

Domain

Construction / Heavy Equipment

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

CDL-A license, heavy equipment operation, pre/post-trip inspections, load verification, crane operation, welding, hydraulic equipment use, basic maintenance

Preferred skills

3+ years heavy equipment experience, backhoe/bulldozer/excavator operation

Technologies

Cranes, backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, grapple trucks, dump trucks, front-end loaders, skid steers, hydraulic equipment, welding tools, cutting torches

Responsibilities

Drive tractor-trailers to transport equipment and materials; operate cranes, backhoes, and other heavy machinery; perform pre/post-trip inspections; load, unload, and position equipment; assist with machinery setup and maintenance; monitor and service equipment; follow safety policies.

Seniority

Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC