Night Shift Dredge 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 dredging equipment to safely and efficiently extract raw materials in accordance with production goals.

• Monitor dredge systems and controls to maintain optimal performance and material quality.

• Conduct routine inspections and report equipment issues to support reliable operations.

• Follow all safety, environmental, and operational procedures to maintain a safe workplace.

• Collaborate with plant and site personnel to ensure efficient material flow and site productivity.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate and monitor dredging, mining, or heavy equipment systems.

• Strong commitment to workplace safety and environmental compliance.

• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and communicate equipment performance concerns.

• Ability to work independently, make sound operational decisions, and adapt to changing conditions.

• Effective communication and teamwork skills to support site operations and production objectives.

Conditions of Employment

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

• Successful candidate must meet all applicable licensing, certification, and regulatory requirements for the position.

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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

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach throughout the workday.

• Capable of working on and around dredging equipment, including accessing elevated platforms and confined work areas when required.

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials, tools, and equipment consistent with operational needs.

• Must be able to work near water and maintain awareness of surrounding equipment and environmental conditions.

• Ability to perform duties safely while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

What We Offer

• Starting Pay $26.00 per hour DOE (depending on experience)

• 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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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.