Hammer Operator

Heidelberg Materials North America; Demorest (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is hiring for a heavy equipment operator in Demorest, GA. You will operate hydraulic hammer equipment, break rock, perform pre-operational inspections, and support production goals.

We value safety, attention to detail, teamwork, and dependability. Expect to work in a quarry-like environment with exposure to weather and loud conditions, and to complete required pre-employment screenings.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely in an industrial or quarry environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Mechanical aptitude to identify basic equipment concerns.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a production setting.
• Dependability and initiative to adapt to changing needs.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic hammer equipment safely and efficiently to support production goals.
• Break oversized rock and material to maintain consistent processing flow.
• Perform pre-operational inspections and report equipment issues promptly.
• Monitor work areas and adjust operations to maintain safety and productivity.
• Follow site procedures and communicate effectively with team members to support operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety conscious

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Dependability

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

• Operate hydraulic hammer equipment safely and efficiently to support production goals
• Break oversized rock and material to maintain consistent processing flow
• Perform pre-operational inspections and report equipment issues promptly
• Monitor work areas and adjust operations to maintain safety and productivity
• Follow site procedures and communicate effectively with team members to support operations

What Are We Looking For

• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely in an industrial or quarry environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to identify basic equipment concerns
• Effective communication and teamwork skills in a production-focused setting
• Dependability, initiative, and a willingness to adapt to changing operational 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

• $23.54 to $28.33 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 Saving 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, 40 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.