Groundperson

Heidelberg Materials; Harmonville (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Pension

Union paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials in Harmonville, PA is hiring a general laborer to support hot mix asphalt plant operations. You will help with housekeeping, clean conveyors and equipment, and assist plant operators while maintaining a safe work environment.

This full-time on-site role requires physical stamina and teamwork in an industrial setting; union benefits include medical, dental, vision, pension, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in an industrial environment.
• Capability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn plant operations and equipment functions.
• Dependability and ability to follow instructions and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support safe and efficient operation of the Hot Mix Asphalt plant through general labor and housekeeping activities.
• Perform cleanup around conveyors, crushers, bins, and other plant equipment to maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist plant operators and maintenance personnel with routine operational and maintenance tasks.
• Monitor work areas and report equipment, safety, or environmental concerns promptly.
• Follow all plant safety policies, procedures, and operational standards while working as part of a team.

Skills

Safety commitment

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to follow instructions

Job description

Line of Business: Other

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

• Support safe and efficient operation of the Hot Mix Asphalt plant through general labor and housekeeping activities.
• Perform cleanup around conveyors, crushers, bins, and other plant equipment to maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist plant operators and maintenance personnel with routine operational and maintenance tasks.
• Monitor work areas and report equipment, safety, or environmental concerns promptly.
• Follow all plant safety policies, procedures, and operational standards while working as part of a team.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in an industrial environment.
• Capability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn plant operations and equipment functions.
• Dependability, strong work ethic, and ability to follow instructions and procedures.

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

• $24.41 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.