Excavator Operator — Quarry Pro with Day-One Benefits

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.; Merkel (TX); On-site; USD 30,307 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

OT opportunities

Annual pay increases

PTO from day one

Grow with company

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase program

Employee Pension plan

Medical benefits start day one

Job summary

Martin Marietta is hiring an Excavator Operator to support daily mining operations under the supervision of the Quarry Supervisor. The role emphasizes safe operation, material handling, and loading support while maintaining efficiency and equipment care. Training and safety orientation are required at the Dallas Corporate Office.

New hires travel reimbursement is provided for long commutes. The company offers extensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a strong, safety-conscious team

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of experience operating excavators in a mining, quarry, or heavy construction environment.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to identify equipment issues.
• Ability to read and understand safety procedures and operational instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators to remove overburden, extract raw materials, clearing waterways and maintain working faces.
• Load haul trucks, feed crushers, and move materials efficiently throughout the quarry.
• Perform pre-operational inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
• Monitor excavation areas to ensure proper benching, slope stability, and safe digging practices.
• Follow production plans and communicate with supervisors and haul truck operators to optimize material flow.
• Maintain housekeeping in work areas and keep equipment clean and operational.
• Identify and report mechanical issues or unsafe conditions promptly.
• Assist with plant, pit, or site cleanup and other production tasks as needed.
• Support other equipment operations when required (e.g., loaders, dozers).
• Adhere to all safety policies, environmental regulations, and MSHA guidelines.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Manual reading

CB radio communication

Math aptitude

Equipment inspection

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Martin Marietta is hiring an Excavator Operator to support daily mining operations under the supervision of the Quarry Supervisor. The role emphasizes safe operation, material handling, and loading support while maintaining efficiency and equipment care. Training and safety orientation are required at the Dallas Corporate Office.

New hires travel reimbursement is provided for long commutes. The company offers extensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a strong, safety-conscious team