097076-Equipment Operator

Heidelberg Materials; Illinois; On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Pension

Union vacation & holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator in Illinois to safely operate loaders, excavators, and haul trucks. You will perform pre-operation inspections, safely load and stockpile materials, and assist with routine site maintenance.

The role requires strong safety awareness and clear communication with the team. You will work on-site in varying weather conditions, contributing to production efficiency while adhering to site procedures and union-backed benefits.

Qualifications

• Operate loaders, excavators, haul trucks safely and efficiently.
• Follow safety protocols and report concerns.
• Maintain situational awareness and teamwork on site.
• Communicate with team leads and adapt to procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of heavy equipment.
• Perform pre-operation inspections.
• Safely load, transport, and stockpile materials.
• Assist with site maintenance and cleanup tasks.
• Follow safety protocols and communicate with leads.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety focus

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Clear 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 a variety of heavy equipment including loaders, excavators, and haul trucks.* Perform pre-operation inspections and report equipment concerns.* Safely load, transport, and stockpile materials as directed.* Assist with routine site maintenance and cleanup tasks.* Follow safety protocols and communicate effectively with team leads.**What Are We Looking For*** Ability to safely and confidently operate heavy equipment.* Focus on safety, situational awareness, and teamwork.* Willingness to learn and adapt to site procedures.* Clear communication and collaborative approach.* Attention to operational detail and production efficiency.**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*** $27.36 per hour* Benefits through the Union for Medical, Dental, Vision and Pension* Union paid vacation and holidays