Groundperson

Heidelberg Materials North America; City of Johnstown (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking reliable candidates for plant operations roles in Upstate New York. You will assist with cleanup and material handling, monitor equipment, follow safety protocols and support loading and unloading of materials. The job is outdoors and requires physical stamina.

Join a unionized workforce with competitive pay and benefits, including health, dental, vision, pension, and paid vacation. Training and direction are provided; safety is a top priority.

Qualifications

• Ability to work safely and follow established procedures.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in a team setting.
• Willingness to learn and take direction.
• Physical capability to perform manual labor in outdoor conditions.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a safe environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with plant operations including cleanup and material handling.
• Monitor equipment and report issues to maintenance or supervisors.
• Safely operate tools and machinery as needed.
• Support loading and unloading of materials and products.
• Follow safety protocols and contribute to a clean, organized worksite.

Skills

Safety mindset

Team player

Reliable

Willing to learn

Job description

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.

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

• Assist with plant operations including cleanup and material handling
• Monitor equipment and report issues to maintenance or supervisors
• Safely operate tools and machinery as needed
• Support loading and unloading of materials and products
• Follow safety protocols and contribute to a clean, organized worksite

What Are We Looking For

• Ability to work safely and follow established procedures
• Strong work ethic and reliability in a team setting
• Willingness to learn and take direction
• Physical capability to perform manual labor in outdoor conditions
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a safe environment

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
• Benefits through the Union for Medical, Dental, Vision and Pension
• Union paid vacation, sick leave and holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

Req ID JR10016429

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.