Equipment Operator

Heidelberg Materials France Bétons S.a.s.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union medical, dental, vision

Union pension

Vacation, sick leave & holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a dependable Heavy Equipment Operator to support production and site operations. You will operate machinery safely, perform pre-operation inspections, load and move materials, and follow safety policies.

Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work in industrial environments, maintain quality, communicate effectively, and team with colleagues. Employment offers union benefits, paid time off, and a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment in an industrial environment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and safe practices.
• Ability to perform equipment inspections and identify maintenance needs.
• Dependable, able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication to follow instructions and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently to support daily production and site operations.
• Perform pre-operation inspections and report equipment issues or maintenance needs.
• Load, move, and stockpile materials while maintaining quality and productivity standards.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate with team members to meet operational goals and production schedules.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety adherence

Equipment inspections

Team collaboration

Communication skills

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 heavy equipment safely and efficiently to support daily production and site operations.
• Perform pre-operation inspections and report equipment issues or maintenance needs.
• Load, move, and stockpile materials while maintaining quality and productivity standards.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate with team members to meet operational goals and production schedules.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment in an industrial, mining, construction, or similar environment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices.
• Ability to perform equipment inspections and identify basic maintenance concerns.
• Dependable work ethic with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to follow operational instructions and procedures.

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

• $24.61per hour.
• Benefits through the Union for Medical, Dental, Vision and Pension.
• Union paid vacation, sick leave and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled.