097117-Loader Opr I

Heidelberg Materials North America; Jenkinsburg (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay: $21.50–$23.00/hr

401(k) with company contributions

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

HSA/HRA and FSA

Paid time off + holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a Loader Operator I to operate front-end loaders and other mobile equipment safely, load, move, and stockpile aggregate materials to support production and customer needs at our Georgia facility.

You will perform routine equipment inspections, maintain clean and safe work areas, and follow safety, environmental, and operational procedures while supporting plant operations.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment in industrial, construction, mining, or aggregate environments.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and adherence to procedures.
• Ability to perform equipment inspections and identify potential issues.
• Dependable team player with effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities and perform physical duties.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loaders and other mobile equipment safely and efficiently.
• Load, move, and stockpile aggregate materials to support production and customer needs.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and report maintenance concerns promptly.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas in accordance with company standards.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and operational procedures while supporting plant operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Equipment inspections

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

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.

Loader Operator I

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 front-end loaders and other mobile equipment safely and efficiently.
• Load, move, and stockpile aggregate materials to support production and customer needs.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and report maintenance concerns promptly.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas in accordance with company standards.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and operational procedures while supporting plant operations.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment in an industrial, construction, mining, or aggregate environment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance with operating procedures.
• Ability to perform equipment inspections and identify potential mechanical issues.
• Dependable team player with effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and perform physical job duties.

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

• $21.50 to $23.00 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 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.