Day Shift Excavator Operator

Line of Business: Aggregates

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You'll Be Doing

• Operate excavators to load raw materials into portable crushing equipment

• Perform routine equipment checks and basic maintenance to ensure safe operation

• Assist with plant setup, relocation, and breakdown as needed

• Communicate with team members to maintain efficient material flow

• Follow all safety and environmental procedures on site; Mid Shift Hours: 11am - 9pm

What Are We Looking For

• Skilled in operating excavators and other heavy equipment in a production setting

• Strong commitment to safety and situational awareness

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a mobile plant environment

• Basic mechanical knowledge for troubleshooting equipment issues

• Flexibility to work mid-shift hours and adapt to changing work locations

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug screen, and background check

Work Environment

• Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

Physical Demands of the Job

• Ability to sit for extended periods while operating equipment

• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds

• Manual dexterity and visual acuity required to operate controls and inspect equipment

• Tolerance for working in dusty, noisy, and physically demanding environments

• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots

What We Offer

• Starting Pay $26.00 per hour DOE

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions

• Highly competitive benefits programs, including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits

  • Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance

  • Paid Bonding Leave, 10 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

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