097117 - Loader Operator I

Heidelberg Materials North America; Francesville (IN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Pension

Vacation & holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a front-line operator to run front-end loaders and other heavy equipment at one of our Indiana facilities. You will support production, stockpile materials, and ensure safety and quality in daily operations.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability; you will perform pre-operation checks and help with inventory, while adhering to site procedures. We offer union benefits, paid time off, and a competitive hourly wage of 30.80 USD.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment in a production, construction, mining, or industrial environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and following established procedures.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Mechanical aptitude with the capability to identify and communicate equipment concerns.
• Dependable work ethic with the ability to perform physical tasks and work independently when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loaders and heavy equipment to safely move and stockpile materials.
• Load customer and internal trucks efficiently while maintaining product quality standards.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections and report equipment maintenance needs.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas in accordance with company and site procedures.
• Support plant operations by assisting with production, inventory management, and other assigned tasks.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety-focused

Teamwork

Adaptable

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

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 front-end loaders and heavy equipment to safely move and stockpile materials.
• Load customer and internal trucks efficiently while maintaining product quality standards.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections and report equipment maintenance needs.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas in accordance with company and site procedures.
• Support plant operations by assisting with production, inventory management, and other assigned tasks.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment in a production, construction, mining, or industrial environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and following established procedures.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Mechanical aptitude with the capability to identify and communicate equipment concerns.
• Dependable work ethic with the ability to perform physical tasks and work independently when needed.

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

• $30.80 per hour.
• Benefits through the Union for Medical, Dental, Vision and Pension.
• Union paid vacation, sick leave and 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.