Day Shift Excavator Operator

50061 Heidelberg Materials Southwest Agg LLC; Salado (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription drug benefits

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

AD&D

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Basic Life Insurance

Paid bonding leave

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials in Texas is seeking an experienced excavator operator to support daily production activities at our facility. You will operate excavators, load and move materials, and stockpile according to requirements, while adhering to safety policies and environmental regulations.

The role requires reporting issues, performing pre-operation inspections, and collaborating with a team to meet production targets in a demanding outdoor environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating excavators in production or construction environments.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance with procedures.
• Ability to perform equipment inspections and identify maintenance needs.
• Dependable work ethic with teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators safely and efficiently to support daily production activities.
• Load, move, and stockpile materials according to requirements.
• Conduct pre-operation inspections and report issues promptly.
• Follow safety policies, procedures, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain productivity and meet production goals.

Skills

Excavator operation

Safety compliance

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

Operate excavators safely and efficiently to support daily production activities. Load, move, and stockpile materials according to operational requirements. Conduct pre-operation inspections and report equipment issues promptly. Follow all safety policies, procedures, and environmental regulations. Collaborate with team members to maintain productivity and meet production goals.

What Are We Looking For

Demonstrated ability to safely and effectively operate excavators in a production or construction environment. Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance with company procedures. Ability to perform equipment inspections and identify maintenance needs. Dependable work ethic with strong teamwork and communication skills. Capability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing operational needs.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, and maintain balance throughout the workday.
• Ability to frequently use hands and feet to operate equipment controls and perform inspections.
• Ability to regularly enter and exit heavy equipment using steps and handholds.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to maintain visual awareness and depth perception required for safe equipment operation.

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer physical examination, drug screen, and background check.

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 $26.00 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 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

Company Overview

Shaping the future, building successes Heidelberg Materials - your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions - setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own. Let’s get to work!

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.