CDL-A Equipment Operator

CDL-A Equipment Operator

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

Position Summary

A field operations team in Allentown, PA, is looking for a dependable CDL-A Equipment Operator to assist with equipment transportation, machinery operation, and on-site project activities.

This position combines commercial driving with hands-on equipment operation and general labor. Daily assignments may include moving heavy machinery, preparing job sites, handling materials, assisting with lifting operations, and performing basic equipment maintenance.

Candidates should have a valid Class A CDL, experience working around heavy machinery, and the flexibility to travel and respond to urgent work assignments.

Job Duties

Driving & Transportation

Operate tractor-trailers to deliver equipment, machinery, and materials to designated job sites.

Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on trucks, trailers, and equipment in compliance with DOT regulations and company procedures.

Check load securement and confirm permits for oversized and overweight transportation.

Assist with loading, unloading, staging, and positioning equipment at work locations.

Help prepare machinery and vehicles for transportation after assignments are completed.

Equipment Operation & Field Activities

Operate heavy machinery, including cranes, backhoes, grapple trucks, dump trucks, excavators, bulldozers, front-end loaders, and skid steers, when qualified.

Assist with crane setup, equipment assembly, inspections, and lifting operations.

Handle rigging activities using chains, cables, winches, and other lifting accessories.

Support material transfers, equipment positioning, and other field operations.

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

Participate in daily safety briefings and review job assignments before beginning work.

Maintenance & General Support

Check equipment condition and perform basic servicing and minor repairs.

Report significant mechanical problems to the Shop Manager or Foreman.

Assist with equipment breakdown, loading, and securement when projects are finished.

Replenish vehicles with necessary tools, parts, and supplies.

Maintain organized workspaces, vehicles, and equipment.

Provide general labor support and assist other departments when necessary.

Follow all safety procedures and maintain proper housekeeping standards.

Required Qualifications

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A).

Good driving record.

Previous experience in construction, equipment operation, or another physically demanding occupation.

Ability to operate heavy machinery and perform hands-on field assignments.

Willingness to complete required equipment qualification tests and safety training.

Ability to respond to emergency assignments at any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Flexibility to work extended hours and travel as project requirements dictate.

Preferred Experience

At least 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment, such as:

Backhoes

Bulldozers

Excavators

Front-end loaders

Grapple trucks

Tractors

Skid steers

Experience with specialized or rail-bound machinery is an advantage. Equivalent combinations of equipment training and practical operating experience may also be considered.

Schedule & Compensation

Full-time, direct-hire position.

Guaranteed 40 hours per week.

Typical workweeks average 60 or more hours, with significant overtime opportunities.

Must remain available for emergency assignments 24/7, including weekends and holidays.

Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked outside Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM.

Per diem for qualifying travel assignments.

Hotel accommodations and layover pay for eligible out-of-town assignments.

Full-time employee benefits.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Pre-employment drug screening.

Background check.