Unit 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

• Safely operate haul trucks to transport raw materials throughout the quarry site
• Perform pre- and post-operation inspections to ensure equipment is functioning properly
• Follow designated haul routes and traffic patterns to maintain safe and efficient site operations
• Communicate with dispatch, loaders, and other operators to coordinate material movement
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and report any mechanical or safety concerns promptly

What Are We Looking For

• Ability to safely operate heavy haul equipment in a quarry or similar environment
• Strong commitment to safety procedures and situational awareness
• Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Mechanical awareness to identify and report equipment issues
• Reliability and ability to work in a fast-paced production environment

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check
• Some positions require FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing

Work Environment

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

What We Offer

• $19.50 per hour
• 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

As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.