Groundperson

heidelbergmaterials; Jamesville (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pension plan

Vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Retention bonus

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a hands-on labor associate to assist with plant operations, cleanups, and material handling at our Jamesville, NY site. You will monitor equipment, report issues, and support loading/unloading while following safety procedures.

This role requires physical stamina for outdoor work, reliability, and a willingness to learn. Union-backed benefits. Eligible for performance bonuses based on metrics and attendance.

Qualifications

• Follow safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Demonstrate reliability and ability to work in a team.
• Able to perform manual labor outdoors in varying conditions.

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 awareness

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Manual labor

Job description

Line of Business: Aggregates

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

• $25.87 per hour
• Benefits through the Union for Medical, Dental, Vision and Pension
• Union paid vacation, sick leave and holidays
• Eligible employees can earn up to a $1,250 performance-based retention bonus each quarter, paid quarterly based on achievement of established performance metrics.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled