097117 - Loader Operator I

Heidelberg Materials; Indiana, Northern (PA, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA/HRA and FSA

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a reliable loader/heavy equipment operator to join our production team. You will move, load, and stockpile materials outdoors, maintaining a steady flow to meet customer loading targets while adhering to safety standards.

Responsibilities include performing pre-operational inspections, reporting issues promptly, coordinating with team members, and keeping work areas clean and compliant in a fast-paced outdoor environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate heavy equipment in production/mining/industrial environments.
• Commitment to workplace safety and environmental compliance.
• Ability to inspect equipment and communicate issues to supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate front-end loaders and related heavy equipment to move, load, and stockpile materials.
• Perform pre-operational inspections and report equipment issues promptly.
• Maintain consistent material flow to support production and customer loading activities.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.
• Collaborate with team members to meet operational goals and deliver excellent service.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Equipment inspection

Communication with supervisors

Independent work within team

Job description

Line of Business

Aggregates 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

• Safely operate front-end loaders and related heavy equipment to move, load, and stockpile materials.
• Perform pre-operational inspections and report equipment issues promptly.
• Maintain consistent material flow to support production and customer loading activities.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.
• Collaborate with team members to meet operational goals and deliver excellent service.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment in a production, mining, quarry, or industrial environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and environmental compliance.
• Ability to inspect equipment, identify concerns, and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
• Capability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
• Reliable, adaptable, and able to perform physical job duties in a fast-paced setting.

Work Environment

• Outdoor work environment with exposure to varying weather conditions, dust, noise, and moving equipment.
• Frequent operation of heavy machinery and equipment.
• Physical activities may include climbing, bending, lifting, standing, and walking for extended periods.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan.
• 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, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

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