Excavator Operator

Heidelberg Materials North America; Jamesville (NY); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 74,501,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Retention bonus quarterly

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

HRA

FSA

Life Insurance

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking an Excavator Operator to safely operate heavy equipment in our quarry and plant environments. You will inspect machines daily, move materials, and help meet production goals while adhering to safety and environmental standards.

This role offers competitive hourly pay, strong benefits, and opportunities to contribute to large-scale infrastructure projects. Join a leading global materials company and play a vital role in efficient operations and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to operate excavators safely in an industrial setting.
• Commitment to workplace safety and safe operating practices.
• Ability to perform equipment inspections and identify maintenance needs.
• Effective communication and teamwork to support plant and site goals.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate excavators to support production and site operations.
• Inspect equipment daily and report issues promptly.
• Load, move, and stockpile materials efficiently.
• Follow safety policies and environmental standards.
• Collaborate with team to improve plant performance.

Job description

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Excavator Operator

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

• Safely operate excavators to support aggregate production, material handling, and site operations.
• Inspect equipment daily and report mechanical issues or safety concerns promptly.
• Load, move, and stockpile materials efficiently while maintaining production goals.
• Follow company safety policies, operational procedures, and environmental standards.
• Collaborate with team members to support plant, quarry, and site performance objectives.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment, including excavators, in an industrial environment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and safe operating practices.
• Ability to perform equipment inspections and identify maintenance needs.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to support operational goals.
• Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain productivity in a fast-paced environment.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.
• Successful candidate must be authorized to work in the United States and comply with all company employment requirements.

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 $26.00 per hour
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
• Eligible employees can earn up to a $1,250 performance-based retention bonus each quarter, paid quarterly based on achievement of established performance metrics.
• 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, 56 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.