Crusher Plant Operator

Heidelberg Materials; City of Ogdensburg (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union Benefits

Vacation & Holidays

Pension Plan

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator to join our Ogdensburg area team. You will operate and maintain crusher equipment, monitor processes, and perform routine inspections to ensure reliable production.

Ideal candidates are physically capable, safety-minded, and able to work well with others in a fast-paced environment. We offer union-backed benefits and a supportive work setting with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Proven competency in operating heavy machinery.
• Strong understanding of equipment maintenance and repair.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain crusher equipment to process raw materials.
• Monitor and adjust processing equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Conduct routine inspections and perform basic maintenance tasks.
• Adhere to safety protocols and regulations at all times.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals.

Skills

Operate heavy machinery

Maintenance understanding

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Problem solving

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 and maintain crusher equipment to process raw materials.
• Monitor and adjust processing equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Conduct routine inspections and perform basic maintenance tasks.
• Adhere to safety protocols and regulations at all times.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals.

What Are We Looking For

• Proven competency in operating heavy machinery.
• Strong understanding of equipment maintenance and repair.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

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

• $20.00 to $23.00 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.