097080-Loader Operator

Lehigh Hanson Inc.; Charlestown (IN); On-site; USD 35,817 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA/HRA/FSA

Paid time off

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America in Charlestown, Indiana, seeks a front-end loader operator to safely move, stockpile, and load aggregate materials. You will perform pre-operational inspections, report maintenance concerns, and help maintain steady material flow for quarry production and customer needs.

The role requires strong safety discipline and the ability to work with a team in a fast-paced environment. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience safely operating heavy mobile equipment.
• Commitment to workplace safety and environmental stewardship.
• Ability to inspect equipment and report issues promptly.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loaders to move, stockpile, and load aggregate materials.
• Conduct pre-operational equipment inspections and report maintenance concerns.
• Maintain consistent material flow to support quarry production and customer needs.
• Monitor work areas for safety hazards and follow site procedures.
• Keep work areas, haul roads, and stockpile locations clean and organized.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Job description

Operate front-end loaders to safely move, stockpile, and load aggregate materials.

Conduct pre-operational equipment inspections and report maintenance concerns promptly.

Maintain consistent material flow to support quarry production and customer needs.

Monitor work areas for safety hazards and follow all site safety procedures.

Keep work areas, haul roads, and stockpile locations clean and organized.

What Are We Looking For

Demonstrated ability to safely and effectively operate heavy mobile equipment.

Commitment to workplace safety, compliance, and environmental stewardship.

Strong attention to detail with the ability to perform equipment inspections and identify issues.

Dependable team player with effective communication and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain productivity in a fast-paced 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.

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

What We Offer

$26 - $29 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.

Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.