Heavy Equipment Operator - Loader (Medina) (Nights)

Vulcan Materials Company; Hondo (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Heavy Equipment Driver/Operator, where you will play a vital role in ensuring safety and operational excellence. This position involves operating mobile equipment to load and transport aggregates, maintaining safety standards, and contributing to a team that values trust and communication. With a commitment to health and safety, you will help produce essential materials for infrastructure projects that impact communities across the nation. Enjoy a supportive culture focused on career development, health benefits, and a safe working environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Training and Development Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience operating loaders and dozers.
• Solid knowledge of equipment capabilities and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety and prioritize safe operations.
• Operate mobile equipment loaders for processing aggregates.
• Perform inspections and maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Mobile Equipment Operation

Safety Knowledge (OSHA, MSHA)

Communication Skills

Flexibility to Work Overtime

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Loaders

Dozers

Job description

Description

Build Your Career. Build America's Future.

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career - you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

What You'll Do:

Champion Safety.Take an active role in prioritizing safety throughout the operation for yourself and others at all times in accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards. Follow established traffic patterns, avoiding hazardous conditions and immediately reporting any unsafe conditions.

Operate Mobile Equipment Loaders. Operate mobile equipment loaders to load aggregates for processing, feed the plant, and safely load customers' trucks with desired specification product within legal load limits. Operate a loader to strip and prep the site for mining and to push material closer to the feeder for processing.

Monitor Materials. Maintain an adequate feed of materials and maintain stockpiles. Visually inspect materials for compliance with specifications.

Perform Inspections and Maintenance. Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections and accurately completes daily mobile equipment reports. Observe the plant and report any necessary maintenance or adjustments that may be required. Clean yard and plant areas. Participate in maintenance, repair, and general plant housekeeping activities.

Additional Responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills You'll Need:

Experience. Must have a minimum of 2 years experience in operating loaders and dozers in a plant environment.

Functional and Safety Knowledge. Must have a solid knowledge and understanding of the capabilities of the equipment and specifications of different finished materials. Must have the ability to recognize various products by sight and understand proper plant operation. Must have a solid knowledge and understanding of OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations. Must have hazard recognition skills.

Flexibility. Must be able to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions andtolerate being exposed to loud noises.

Ready to Drive. Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Interpersonal Skills. Must have good communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment. Must respond to inquiries promptly and follow through to address issues.

What You'll Like About Us:

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.

Safe. Industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the work we do impact daily lives - and every employee contributes.Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.

Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more.

Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

NOTICE TO TEMPORARY STAFFING AGENCIES, PLACEMENT SERVICES AND PROFESSIONAL RECRUITERS

Vulcan Materials Company has an internal recruiting department. Please review our policy as it relates to the use of temporary staffing agencies, placement services and professional recruiters.

Job:Heavy Equipment Driver/Operator

Primary Location:Texas-Hondo

Organization:GM - SOUTH TX

Schedule:Full-time

Job Posting:Mar 31, 2025, 6:50:47 PM