CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator / Laborer

CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator Location: Minneapolis, MN Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire Starting Pay: $26.00/hour; higher depending on experience Schedule: 40 hours guaranteed per week, with significant overtime Availability: Must be available for 24/7 emergency on-call assignments Benefits: Full-time benefits, including travel compensation Position Overview We are seeking Class A CDL drivers to support specialized railroad field operations throughout the region. This position combines equipment transportation, heavy machinery operation, and hands-on fieldwork at emergency job sites. This is not a traditional over-the-road driving position. Driving makes up approximately 10% of the job, with the majority of time spent operating equipment, handling materials, and assisting with field operations. Candidates must be comfortable with physically demanding work, operating different types of construction equipment, and responding to emergency calls at any time, including weekends and holidays.