Day Shift Yard Loader Operator

Heidelberg Materials North America; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 31,684 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Life insurance and disability coverage

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking individuals in Bryan, Texas, to operate front-end loaders and handle materials safely and efficiently. The role involves performing daily equipment inspections, maintaining cleanliness, and following safety protocols.

Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong work ethic, operate heavy machinery effectively, and adapt to fluctuating workloads.

The position offers a competitive hourly wage and benefits including a 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to operate heavy equipment safely and effectively.
• Strong awareness of surroundings with commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to follow instructions and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable work ethic with attention to detail and quality.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing workloads and operational demands.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loaders to move, load, and stockpile materials safely.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Load trucks and feed plant equipment.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Follow safety procedures and communicate effectively.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Workplace safety awareness

Teamwork

Dependable work ethic

Flexibility

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 front-end loaders to move, load, and stockpile materials safely and efficiently
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance to ensure reliable operation
• Load trucks and feed plant equipment in alignment with production needs
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, including stockpiles and haul roads
• Follow all safety procedures and communicate effectively with team members and supervisors

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to operate heavy equipment safely and effectively
• Strong awareness of surroundings with commitment to workplace safety
• Ability to follow instructions and work both independently and as part of a team
• Dependable work ethic with attention to detail and quality
• Flexibility to adapt to changing workloads and operational demands

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug 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

• Starting pay range $23.00- $24.00 per hour DOE
• 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

Req ID: JR10016701

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.