097076-Equipment Operator

Heidelberg Materials; Athens, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

HSA/HRA/FSA

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials in Athens, GA, seeks an Equipment Operator to safely operate and load aggregates at the plant. You will perform routine inspections, follow safety procedures, and collaborate with the quarry team to meet production goals.

Candidates should demonstrate precise operation, a strong safety mindset, and basic mechanical ability for checks and troubleshooting in a weather-exposed construction site environment.

Qualifications

• Operate heavy equipment with precision and care.
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance standards.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Capable of adapting to changing tasks and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely to move and load aggregates.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Follow safety protocols and site procedures.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals.
• Monitor material quality and report issues promptly.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork / communication

Adaptability

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

# **Equipment Operator****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 heavy equipment safely and efficiently to move and load aggregates* Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance* Follow all safety protocols and site procedures* Collaborate with team members to meet production goals* Monitor material quality and report issues promptly**What Are We Looking For*** Ability to operate heavy equipment with precision and care* Strong commitment to safety and compliance standards* Effective communication and teamwork skills* Capability to adapt to changing tasks and priorities* Basic mechanical aptitude for equipment checks and troubleshooting**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*** $22.50 to $33.01 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 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 HolidaysEqual Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled