Equipment Operator

Heidelberg Materials; Walterboro (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

HSA/HRA/FSA programs

AD&D and disability coverage

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a skilled Equipment Operator to support terminal operations in the United States. The role involves loading customer trucks with loaders and ensuring product specifications through quality control testing.

You will manage stockpiles, maintain inventory, supervise housekeeping, and inspect equipment, reporting issues promptly. A strong safety mindset and good communication with drivers and teammates are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience safely operating heavy equipment in aggregates or similar environments.
• Ability to perform quality control testing and record results.
• Strong focus on safety and attention to detail.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Dependable and adaptable to changing operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Operate loaders and other mobile equipment to load trucks and support terminal operations.
• Perform quality control testing and document results.
• Manage material stockpiles, inventory movement, and housekeeping.
• Inspect equipment and report maintenance issues promptly.
• Deliver excellent customer service while upholding safety, productivity, and environmental standards.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Quality control

Safety focus

Customer service

Attention to detail

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 loaders and other mobile equipment to safely load customer trucks and support terminal operations.
• Perform quality control testing and accurately document results to help ensure product specifications are met.
• Manage material stockpiles, inventory movement, and housekeeping throughout the terminal.
• Inspect equipment, identify maintenance needs, and report operational issues promptly.
• Deliver excellent customer service while maintaining safety, productivity, and environmental standards.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment in an aggregates, construction, industrial, or material handling environment.
• Ability to perform quality control testing, maintain accurate records, and recognize potential product quality issues.
• Strong focus on safety, attention to detail, and commitment to operational excellence.
• Effective communication and customer service skills when interacting with drivers, customers, and team members.
• Dependable, self-motivated individual who can prioritize tasks and adapt to changing operational needs.

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 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