CDL Driver & Excavation Equip Operator
CDL Driver & Excavation Equip Operator
Job ID: 41907
Location: Kalispell, Montana
Category: Construction
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Heavy Equipment and Dump Truck Operator (CDL-A Required)
A locally owned excavation and demolition company serving the Flathead Valley is seeking a Heavy Equipment and Dump Truck Operator. With a focus on safety, quality workmanship, and efficient project completion, the team supports a variety of construction and land development projects.
This Heavy Equipment and Dump Truck Operator is responsible for operating a variety of heavy equipment. The ideal candidate will have recent hands-on experience in excavation work, including septic system installation and drain field construction, and takes pride in producing high-quality work.
Starting Wage: $30/hour, depending on experience – with opportunities for wage increases based on demonstrated proficiency and performance.
Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday
Essential Functions and Duties:
- Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, and other machinery to support excavation and site development projects
- Perform excavation for septic systems, drain fields, and underground utilities
- Safely operate dump trucks to transport materials including gravel, soil, and debris
- Conduct daily pre- and post-trip inspections on trucks and equipment
- Read and interpret site plans, grade stakes, and project specifications to ensure accurate work
- Collaborate with crew members while following company safety policies and DOT regulations to complete projects efficiently
Qualifications:
- Valid Class A CDL and clean driving record
- Minimum 2 years of recent heavy equipment operation experience, preferably in excavation
- Experience with septic systems, drain fields, or underground utility work preferred
- Strong understanding of site preparation, grading, and reading site plans
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and lift up to 70 lbs
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening
Get in touch! Call or text 406-298-9154 to reach Eric, your career coach, in our Kalispell LC Staffing Office.

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