Equipment Operator

Heidelberg Materials; Athens (GA); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company %

Medical, Dental, Vision

Prescription Drug Benefits

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials operates in Athens, GA, and is seeking an Equipment Operator to handle heavy equipment, move and load aggregates, and ensure safety protocols are followed on site. You will perform routine inspections, assist the team to meet production goals, and report any material quality issues promptly.

The role requires strong safety adherence, clear communication, and the ability to adapt to changing tasks in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• 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.

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

Operate heavy equipment

Safety compliance

Teamwork & communication

Adaptability

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

## Equipment OperatorApplylocations: Athens, GAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR10017997Line 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 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 HolidaysEqual Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled