Haul Unit Operator

Heidelberg Materials; Nedrow (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings with company

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid bonding leave

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a safety-conscious equipment operator to join our site team in Nedrow, NY. You will operate haul trucks, inspect and report issues, and maintain smooth material flow between loading and dumping areas while following all safety procedures.

We offer a competitive hourly wage, a 401(k) with company match, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, HSA/HRA/FSA, life and disability coverage, and paid time off plus holidays. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Experience operating haul trucks safely and efficiently.
• Willingness to follow safety procedures and practices.
• Ability to identify equipment or material issues and communicate them clearly.
• Strong teamwork and communication in a fast-paced environment.
• Pre-employment requirements including physical, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate haul trucks safely and efficiently to move materials throughout the site.
• Inspect equipment before use and report any issues promptly.
• Support production by maintaining consistent material flow between loading and dumping areas.
• Follow all safety procedures and contribute to a strong safety culture.
• Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate daily operations.

Skills

Operate haul trucks safely

Inspect equipment

Safety procedures

Team communication

Reliability and detail

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

• Operate haul trucks safely and efficiently to move materials throughout the site
• Inspect equipment before use and report any issues promptly
• Support production by maintaining consistent material flow between loading and dumping areas
• Follow all safety procedures and contribute to a strong safety culture
• Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate daily operations

What Are We Looking For

• Ability to operate haul units safely and confidently
• Strong awareness of safety practices and commitment to following procedures
• Capability to identify equipment or material issues and communicate them clearly
• Effective teamwork and communication skills in a fast‑paced environment
• Reliability, attention to detail, and readiness to learn site processes

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
• 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