Equipment Operator/Scale Operator - Shenandoah, IA

Midwest - Hallett Materials; Carson Township (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Midwest - Hallett Materials in Shenandoah, IA, is seeking a Loader/Scale House Attendant to manage aggregate piles, load products, and assist customers.

You will weigh trucks, process payments, and perform daily safety checks while following OSHA/MSHA procedures. The role requires attention to detail and teamwork in a fast-paced quarry environment.

Experience in aggregates and basic computer skills (Excel/Outlook) preferred; willingness to work nights, weekends, and travel as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience in aggregates production preferred.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely.
• Basic math and data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain aggregate piles and load products.
• Ticket trucks and process payments for cash sales.
• Record daily sales data and generate tickets.
• Perform daily safety checks and inspections.
• Follow OSHA/MSHA safety procedures.
• Maintain the scale house and assist customers.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Data entry

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Experience in aggregates production

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Dispatch system

Job description

Career Opportunities: Equipment Operator/Scale Operator - Shenandoah, IA (528875)

Requisition ID528875-Posted09/15/2026-AMAT-Midwest - Hallett Materials-Full Time-Equipment and Machine Operators

Hallett Materials, a CRH company, was established in 1918. Hallett Materials produces quality aggregates with a firm belief in customer service. The materials produced by Hallett Materials are used in the construction of new highways, bridges and buildings as well as landscaping and maintenance projects.

Position Overview

The Loader/Scale House Attendant is responsible for filling and maintaining aggregate piles, stacking products, loading and unloading product following established policies and procedures. This position will also be responsible for ticketing trucks, accepting payment for cash sales and customer service duties.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Operate heavy equipment of various sizes and weights, safely and efficiently.
• Follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Accurately load customer trucks with the proper materials at the appropriate weight for truck size. Utilize computerized dispatch system to weigh trucks and evaluate sales orders.
• Help perform daily safety checks of all equipment and site operations. Perform daily pre-and-post inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance of equipment; refer major problems to the supervisor.
• Perform data entry tasks and generate sales tickets with speed and accuracy, communicating with management to accurately report daily sales data.
• Process all credit card and cash transactions for COD customers.
• Accurately maintain petty cash at the assigned location including making correct change, keeping an accurate balance and record of transactions and reconciling daily.
• Maintains daily housekeeping duties for scale house and scale including keeping scale clean and performing maintenance.
• Report any problems to the Foreperson, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
• Prior experience in the aggregates production industry preferred.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must maintain valid driver’s license that meets state requirements.
• Regular, on-time and consistent attendance is required and must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
• Must be able to travel as required.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Knowledge in operating heavy equipment and able to operate equipment in a safe efficient manner under a variety of working conditions.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations and construction sites.
• Maintain a knowledge of aggregate sizes, classifications, weight requirements for loads and other required information to successfully execute proper scaling.
• Must be able to utilize internet, communicate effectively and be proficient in Microsoft suite of tools including Excel, Word and Outlook, and database software
• Ability to perform basic mathematical skills such as addition, subtraction and multiplication.
• Able to work independently with attention to detail.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions from supervisors to complete assigned tasks.
• Must display a willingness and ability to work in and adapt to changes in circumstances, tasks, customer needs and other conditions that may affect their daily responsibilities.
• Ability to provide great customer service and display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the public.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• Able to regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Able to communicate with others by telephone, electronically and in person.
• Able to utilize office equipment including a computer for word processing, email communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. A variety of noise levels, adverse weather conditions, and complex job sites are to be expected daily. Proper clothing, PPE (personal protective equipment) is required, and safety precautions should be taken to ensure your safety, and the safety of others in all conditions. While performing non-field duties in this position, the environment is typical of an office setting and the noise level is usually quiet to moderate.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Hallett Materials, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.