Equipment Operator

Heidelberg Materials North America; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Dental & Vision coverage

Life Insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator in Athens, GA to move and load aggregates. You will perform routine inspections, follow safety protocols, and work with the team to meet production goals.

Candidates should demonstrate strong safety compliance, clear communication, and a basic mechanical aptitude for equipment checks and troubleshooting in a fast-paced work environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and accurately.
• Strong commitment to safety and site procedures.
• Effective communication and teamwork required.
• Adaptability to changing tasks and priorities.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for equipment checks and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently to move and load aggregates.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Follow all safety protocols and site procedures.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals.
• Monitor material quality and report issues promptly.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

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.

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 heavy equipment safely and efficiently to move and load aggregates
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance
• Follow all safety protocols and site procedures
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals
• Monitor material quality and report issues promptly

What Are We Looking For

• Ability to operate heavy equipment with precision and care
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance standards
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Capability to adapt to changing tasks and priorities
• Basic mechanical aptitude for equipment checks and troubleshooting

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

• $22.50 to $33.01 per hour
• 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

Req ID

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.