007445-Utility Person

Heidelberg Materials North America; Elkton (KY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA/HRA/FSA

AD&D & Disability

Paid bonding leave

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a Safety-conscious Heavy Equipment Operator to work in our quarry. You will operate haul trucks and other mobile equipment safely and efficiently, supporting daily production and housekeeping tasks.

You must perform pre-operational inspections, report issues promptly, and cooperate with maintenance and team members. Our role emphasizes safety, reliability, and dependable work ethic in a dynamic industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment and mobile machinery in an industrial setting.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and environmental stewardship.
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks and adapt to changing operational priorities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills with a dependable work ethic.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to identify and report equipment concerns.

Responsibilities

• Operate haul trucks and other mobile equipment safely and efficiently throughout the quarry.
• Perform utility duties that support daily production, maintenance, and housekeeping activities.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections and report equipment issues promptly.
• Assist with loading, material movement, and site-wide operational needs.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and company policies while contributing to a productive team environment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Maintenance awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

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 haul trucks and other mobile equipment safely and efficiently throughout the quarry.
• Perform utility duties that support daily production, maintenance, and housekeeping activities.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections and report equipment issues promptly.
• Assist with loading, material movement, and site-wide operational needs.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and company policies while contributing to a productive team environment.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment and mobile machinery in an industrial setting.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and environmental stewardship.
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks and adapt to changing operational priorities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills with a dependable work ethic.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to identify and report equipment concerns.

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 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.