Day Shift Haul Unit Operator

50061 Heidelberg Materials Southwest Agg LLC; Chico (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials in Chico, TX is seeking a reliable Heavy Equipment Operator to move aggregate materials throughout our quarry. The role requires performing pre-operational inspections, maintaining safety procedures, and coordinating with supervisors to meet production goals.

Applicants should demonstrate the ability to work independently in an outdoor, fast-paced setting, adapt to changing priorities, and consistently follow company policies and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy mobile equipment in industrial/mining environments.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance with procedures.
• Ability to perform inspections and communicate issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Operate off-road haul trucks to transport aggregates within the quarry.
• Conduct pre-operational equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Follow safety procedures, traffic patterns, and operating guidelines at all times.
• Transport materials to loading, dumping, and processing areas as needed.
• Communicate with supervisors and dispatch to support efficient operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Pre-operational inspections

Team communication

Adaptability

Job description

Line of Business: Aggregates Location: Chico, TX Shift: Day Shift (4 AM - 4 PM)

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 off-road haul trucks to safely and efficiently transport aggregate materials throughout the quarry.
• Conduct pre-operational equipment inspections and promptly report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Follow established safety procedures, traffic patterns, and operating guidelines at all times.
• Support production goals by transporting materials to designated loading, dumping, and processing areas.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, dispatch personnel, and team members to maintain efficient operations.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy mobile equipment in an industrial, mining, construction, or similar environment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform equipment inspections, recognize potential issues, and communicate concerns effectively.
• Dependable work ethic with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing operational priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced outdoor setting.

Conditions of Employment

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

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and able to comply with all company safety requirements.

Work Environment

Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

Physical Demands

Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and access equipment platforms; enter and exit haul unit multiple times throughout the shift.

Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive movements for extended periods while operating and inspecting equipment.

Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials or equipment components weighing up to 50 pounds and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity and visual awareness.

What We Offer

Starting Pay $25.29 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 Culture

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.