Job Description
Job DescriptionCDL-A Field Equipment Operator – West Chicago, IL
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $26/hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience
Position Summary
We’re hiring a CDL-A Field Equipment Operator for specialized field assignments based out of West Chicago, IL. This is a hands-on position for someone who can safely transport equipment, operate heavy machinery, assist with lifting and recovery tasks, and perform physical labor. Driving is only one part of the job; candidates should be ready to work directly at job sites and respond to emergency callouts.
Schedule & Compensation
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40 hours guaranteed per week
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Significant overtime; average workweeks are 60+ hours
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On-call availability 24/7, including weekends and holidays
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Hours outside Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–4 p.m., paid at time-and-a-half
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Additional compensation may include per diem, hotel pay for travel, and layover pay when applicable
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Benefits included
Responsibilities
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Perform required pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, trailers, and equipment.
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Drive tractor-trailers to and from job sites and verify equipment loads and transportation permits.
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Load, unload, stage, and secure equipment and materials.
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Operate heavy equipment, including excavators, backhoes, cranes, grapple trucks, and dump trucks, when qualified.
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Assist with lifting, equipment setup, and rigging using chains, cables, and winches.
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Use hydraulic tools, welding and cutting equipment, electrical tools, and hand tools as required.
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Monitor equipment condition, perform minor maintenance, and report more complex repair needs.
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Participate in safety briefings, site cleanup, equipment disassembly, and restocking.
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Maintain safe, clean, and organized vehicles, equipment, and work areas.
Requirements
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Valid Class A CDL with a good driving record.
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Experience in construction, equipment operation, or physically demanding labor.
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Ability to perform outdoor fieldwork and operate heavy equipment when qualified.
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Willingness to complete required safety training and qualification tests.
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Availability for emergency callouts 24/7, including weekends and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications
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Three or more years of heavy equipment operating experience or equivalent training and experience.
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Experience with excavators, backhoes, bulldozers, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, tractors, or skid-steers.
Pre-Employment Requirements
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Background check
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Pre-employment drug screen
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.