Equipment Operator - Dredge Operator

Lafarge Africa Plc; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Holcim is seeking a full-time Equipment Operator - Dredge Operator for its Bells, TX Plant. Responsibilities include operating heavy machinery, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining equipment standards. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, driving skills, and a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance

Paid time off & paid holidays

Educational Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and write.

Responsibilities

• Operates dozers, loaders, excavators, and haul trucks for moving and grading materials.
• Conducts visual and safety inspections of equipment and maintains its appearance.
• Demonstrates commitment to health and safety policies.

Skills

Driving skills

Commitment to safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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COMPANY OVERVIEW
Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers' greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

Description:

ABOUT THE ROLE

Holcim is recruiting for full-time day and night shift Equipment Operator - Dredge Operator at the Ambrose (Bells, TX) Plant—the shift differential for the night shift (6 pm - 6 am).

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Operates dozers, loaders, excavators, haul trucks, or other types of large equipment used for paving or moving, grading and compacting earth, sand, gravel, stone and/or asphalt materials
• Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving, and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
• Practice and promote safety by including but not limited toassessing risks before starting tasks, only performing authorized activities, andutilizing appropriate PPE.
• Exercise and encourage core values including but not limited to; developing self and coaching others by inspiration and empowerment
• Ensures that safety, compliance, and environmental requirements are followed at all times
• Loads material into bins, into crushers, into trucks, or into plant
• Moves earth or other materials from one location to another
• Performs visual and safety inspection of equipment; Maintains appearance of the equipment, proper air pressure in tires, proper fluid levels, and performs minor repairs as needed
• Keeps equipment clean and orderly
• Completes paperwork that may be necessary; assists with other duties required
• Other duties as needed

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Required Work Experience: Minimum of one year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read and write
• Excellent driving skills
• Valid Driver’s License

Additional Requirements:

• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary
• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE
At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please call [phone] or email [e-mail] . This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals.

Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment thatall qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive excellence and to ensure we create an environment where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.