Day Shift Excavator Operator

Heidelberg Materials North America; Ennis (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company contribution

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

HSA/HRA and FSA

Paid time off + holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking an excavator operator to support mining, material handling, and site production. You will load, move, sort, and stockpile materials while maintaining production targets, with emphasis on safety and compliance.

The role requires collaboration with team members to ensure a clean, organized work area and adherence to all policies. The position offers starting pay and opportunities for growth within a large, multi-location materials company.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to operate excavator safely in a production environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety and attendance.
• Ability to perform equipment inspections and communicate with supervisors.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate excavator to support mining, material handling, and site production.
• Load, move, sort, and stockpile materials to meet production targets.
• Perform pre-shift equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety issues.
• Maintain safe work practices and comply with company policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with team to keep operations efficient and workspace organized.

Skills

Operate excavator safely

Safety compliance

Equipment inspection

Teamwork & communication

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.

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 excavator equipment to support mining, material handling, and site production activities.
• Load, move, sort, and stockpile materials while maintaining production targets.
• Conduct pre-shift equipment inspections and promptly report maintenance needs or safety concerns.
• Maintain safe work practices and comply with all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient operations and a clean, organized work area.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to safely and efficiently operate excavator equipment in a production environment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, attendance, and operational excellence.
• Ability to perform equipment inspections, identify issues, and communicate effectively with supervisors and maintenance teams.
• Capability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and ability to adapt to changing operational needs and priorities.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug screen, and background check.
• Successful candidate must be able to meet all job-related safety and performance requirements.

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

• Starting pay $26.50 per hour DOE (depending on experience)
• 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

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Req ID JR10017847

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.