Excavator Operator

50167 Heidelberg Materials NE LLC; City of Johnstown (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical benefits

HSA/HRA/FSA

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a field operator to maintain and operate equipment safely on site in the United States. You will perform routine inspections, follow supervisor instructions, and ensure adherence to safety policies while supporting project completion with teammates.

The role requires the ability to read site plans, strong safety awareness, and good communication skills. The position is full-time and onsite with competitive benefits and a focus on reliable, efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to operate and maintain equipment safely.
• Strong knowledge of safety protocols and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret site plans/instructions.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Physical capability to meet job demands.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment in a safe, efficient manner.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on equipment.
• Follow site plans and supervisor instructions.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with team members to complete projects on time.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Site plans interpretation

Communication

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Job description

Line of Business: Aggregates Job Description

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 and maintain equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on equipment.
• Follow site plans and instructions from supervisors.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with team members to complete projects on time.

What Are We Looking For

• Proven competency in operating and maintaining relevant equipment.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret site plans and instructions.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Physical capability to handle the demands of the job.

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

$20.00 to $25.00 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 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

About Us

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.