Groundperson

Heidelberg Materials North America; Nedrow (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Health Savings Account (HSA) / HRA / F

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees, supporting a wide network of plants and yards. This general labor role involves performing tasks that keep operations running smoothly, with emphasis on safety, reliability, and teamwork.

As part of the workforce, you will handle cleanup, material movement, and equipment prep, while following established procedures. The position offers hourly pay and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physical labor safely and efficiently.
• Strong awareness of safety practices and willingness to follow established procedures.
• Capability to learn site processes and operate basic tools or equipment.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work well with a team.
• Reliability, attention to detail, and readiness to adapt to changing needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor tasks to support plant and yard operations
• Assist with cleanup, material handling, and equipment preparation
• Monitor material flow and communicate issues to operators and supervisors
• Follow all safety procedures and help maintain a clean, organized work area
• Support production teams by completing tasks that keep operations running smoothly

Skills

Physical labor safely

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Adaptability

Communication skills

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.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform general labor tasks to support plant and yard operations
• Assist with cleanup, material handling, and equipment preparation
• Monitor material flow and communicate issues to operators and supervisors
• Follow all safety procedures and help maintain a clean, organized work area
• Support production teams by completing tasks that keep operations running smoothly

What Are We Looking For

• Ability to perform physical labor safely and efficiently
• Strong awareness of safety practices and willingness to follow established procedures
• Capability to learn site processes and operate basic tools or equipment
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work well with a team
• Reliability, attention to detail, and readiness to adapt to changing needs

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

• $21.00 to $25.00 per hour
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
• 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.