Material Handler Operator

Job Description

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 13 states with over 3,500 employees. RGI, established in 1908, has the distinction of being recognized as the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States.

Rogers Group is currently seeking an 870 Material Handler Operator for our Port of Mobile Resale Yard in the Mobile, AL Operations area of our Alabama SMA, reporting to the General Manager of Aggregates. This position starts at $28/hr and is a day shift role. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to lead safety, quality, and revenue generation throughout our existing operations and additional operations through growth.

Job Details:

• Wages start at $28.00hr, starting wage based on verifiable experience.
• Fulltime/Permanent
• Day Shift
• Night Shift may be required
• Weekend work may be required
• Overtime available along with extensive medical and retirement benefits

Job Responsibilities:

• Operate an 870 Material Handler (crawler or wheeled configuration) equipped with clamshell, or other attachments.
• Load and unload trucks, railcars, barges, or containers.
• Sort, stack, and move materials in accordance with site procedures and safety regulations.
• Inspect equipment daily and perform basic maintenance checks (e.g., fluid levels, leaks, greasing).
• Monitor machine systems and report issues or defects to maintenance personnel.
• Work collaboratively with ground crews, crane operators, and other personnel to ensure smooth operation flow.
• Follow all company and OSHA safety regulations and procedures.
• Keep work areas clean and free of hazards.
• Maintain accurate operational logs or input into systems as needed.
• May assist in training new operators or laborers.

Qualifications:

• Uncompromising focus on safety excellence.
• 1+ years of experience as a Front-End Loader operator preferred.
• Previous Quarry or Sales Yard experience preferred.
• Experience operating other heavy equipment (e.g., excavators, wheel loaders, cranes) required
• Hydraulic and mechanical troubleshooting skills preferred
• Ability to read and interpret load charts, safety manuals, and job instructions required
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety required
• Physical ability to sit for extended periods, climb into/out of equipment, and work in outdoor environments.
• Able to do safety and maintenance inspections throughout the day.
• Experience working with loading trucks/barges preferred.
• Ability to understand basic safety and work instruction.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and overtime as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills required.
• Good organizational, scheduling and time management skills.
• Team player mentality.
• Working outdoors in varied weather conditions with the probability of dust, noise, heat, and cold.
• Must pass pre-employment drug testing.

Rogers Group provides extensive benefits, strong compensation, and a safe, drug-free working environment.

As a Rogers Group employee, you will have access to our competitive company perks, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution.
• Company provided Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• Retirement 401(k) with company contribution and match at one year of service.
• Company provided Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Paid Holiday's including Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
• Paid vacation is available after 180-day probationary period and accrued based on years of service.
• Annual performance-based merit increases.
• Career growth/advancement opportunities.

RGI EEO Statement

It is the policy of Rogers Group, Inc. to recruit, hire, and promote individuals based on demonstrated merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation as protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

All applications are accepted online at

About Us

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 13 states with over 3,500 employees. Established in 1908, RGI is the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States.

RGI EEO Statement

It is the policy of Rogers Group, Inc. to recruit, hire, and promote individuals based on demonstrated merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation as protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.


All applications are accepted online at