Equipment Operator

50167 Heidelberg Materials NE LLC; Wrightsville (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSAs/FSAs

Disability & Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a heavy equipment operator to support aggregates production at our Pennsylvania facility. The role involves operating machinery, maintaining stockpiles, and keeping the plant safe and efficient.

You will perform routine inspections, assist the crew with cleanup, and ensure equipment is properly fueled and documented. A GED or high school diploma and at least one year of related experience are required, with safety compliance emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of heavy equipment operation or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Commitment to safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment of various sizes and weights used in aggregates production.
• Maintain stockpiles of stone to support consistent production.
• Keep plant and facilities clean and organized to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Ensure equipment is in good working order and report issues.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative/corrective maintenance as within abilities; escalate issues as needed.
• Assist crew as needed, including shoveling and cleanup tasks.
• Fuel, oil, and grease equipment and complete related paperwork.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Lifting 50 lbs

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 of various sizes and weights used in the production of aggregates
• Maintain stockpiles of stone to ensure consistent production of asphalt
• Maintain housekeeping of plant and facilities
• Ensure equipment is in good working order
• Perform routine inspection and preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment if within abilities; escape issues that are not
• Routinely assist other members of the crew as needed, including shoveling and cleanup
• Fuel, oil and grease equipment to ensure proper function and completes associated paperwork
• Perform related job duties as assigned

What Are We Looking For

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) One year of heavy equipment operation or other related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Physical Requirements:

• sitting
• standing
• walking
• pushing
• pulling
• twisting
• climbing
• balancing
• bending (bending at the waist, lifting above the waist and lifting below the waist)
• kneeling
• reaching
• grasping (use of both hands)
• squatting
• repetitive motions
• manipulative finger movements with both hands
• use of wrists (flexing or rotating with both wrists)
• use of both feet
• use of arms above and below shoulder
• work extended periods of time in same position
• perform duties in all climates i.e. weather, extreme temperatures, tolerate heights, lift and carry up to 50 lbs., work in confined spaces, capable of wearing respiratory and other personal protective equipment

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Compliance with all company safety policies and procedures.

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

• $20 - $25 per hour
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
• 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

Shaping the future, building successes Heidelberg Materials – your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions – setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own. Let’s get to work! Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.