Haul Unit Operator

Heidelberg Materials North America; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada, employing about 9,000 people.

This posting is for a role that supports production by safely operating haul trucks and heavy equipment on-site, transporting raw materials, performing routine inspections, and adhering to safety policies. We offer competitive hourly pay with a full benefits package including medical, dental and vision, 401(k) with company contributions, paid vacation and holidays.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Reliable work habits

Team communication

Following instructions

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

• 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

• $21.94 to $25.96 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.