Heavy Equipment Operator

HolcimUS; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building solutions company in Cañon City is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator. The role involves operating large equipment for paving and material handling, with a focus on safety and compliance. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and relevant experience, and will receive a $1,500 sign-on bonus. Join us to be part of a sustainable solutions provider with a commitment to excellence.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $1,500

Comprehensive health benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Safe working environment

Qualifications

• 1+ year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and write.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment, loading material into trucks or plant.
• Moves earth or materials from one location to another.
• Performs visual and safety inspection of equipment.

Skills

Driving Skills

Equipment Operation

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Requisition ID: 13723

Location:

Canon City, CO, US, 81212

Pay Type: Hourly

Estimated Wage Range: $26.31-$33.82 / Hourly

Company Overview

Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers' greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

Description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Run Screed, Roller, Skid, dozer's, loaders, excavators, haul trucks or other types of large equipment used for paving or moving, grading and compacting earth, sand, gravel, stone and/or asphalt materials. Conducts routine daily inspections of equipment and maintains equipment in a clean and safe manner

This position comes with a $1,500 sign-on bonus.

What You'll Accomplish

• Operates equipment, loading material into bins, into crusher, into trucks or into plant.
• Moves earth or other materials from one location to another.
• Runs paving/grading equipment
• Performs visual and safety inspection of equipment.
• May maintain appearance of equipment, proper air pressure in tires, proper fluid levels or perform minor repairs as needed.
• Keeps equipment clean and orderly
• Ensures that safety, compliance, environmental requirements are followed at all times
• Completes are paperwork that may be necessary; assists with other duties required
  
  

What We're Looking For

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience: 1+ year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to read and write.
• Excellent driving skills.
• Valid Driver’s License.
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.
  
  

This position is expected to be open until 07/31/2025

Your Holcim Experience

At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

Benefits

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In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please call [phone] or email [e-mail]. This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals.

Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive excellence and to ensure we create an environment where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nearest Major Market: Colorado Springs

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Wholesale Building Materials, Mining, and Construction

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