Haul Unit Operator

Heidelberg Materials; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA / HRA / FSA

Life Insurance & Disability

Paid leave and holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a Haul Unit Operator to safely operate haul trucks and support production at our Kentucky site. You will transport raw materials across the site and perform routine equipment inspections.

You will follow safety policies, collaborate with teammates, and adapt to changing production needs. We offer competitive benefits and a supportive workplace at multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Operate heavy mobile equipment safely (training provided)
• Strong awareness of surroundings and safety
• Reliable, fast-paced industrial environment

Responsibilities

• Safely operate haul trucks and mobile equipment to support production needs
• Transport raw materials across the site with accuracy and care
• Perform routine equipment inspections and report maintenance needs
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and site regulations
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and continuous operations

Skills

Operate heavy equipment safely

Teamwork & communication

Follow instructions & safety

Job description

Line of Business: Aggregates Haul Unit Operator

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

• Safely operate haul trucks and mobile equipment to support production needs
• Transport raw materials across the site with accuracy and care
• Perform routine equipment inspections and report maintenance needs
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and site regulations
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and continuous operations

What We Are Looking For

• Ability to operate or learn to operate heavy mobile equipment safely
• Strong awareness of surroundings and commitment to safe work practices
• Reliable and consistent work habits in a fast-paced industrial environment
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to follow instructions and adapt to changing production 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

Salary: $21.94 to $25.96 per hour

Highly competitive benefits programs, including:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
• 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

Shaping the future, building successes Heidelberg Materials – your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions – setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own. Let’s get to work!

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world’s largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.