Heavy Equipment Operator — Quarry Team

CRH; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Holliday Sand & Gravel Company, a CRH company, is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator to advance daily operations at our Kansas sites. You will work with the latest equipment, perform inspections, and support safety-driven practices on outdoor sites.

The role requires the ability to work nights when needed, long shifts, and travel as required, with a focus on reliability and teamwork in a fast-paced quarry environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment preferred.
• Technical education or certificates in basic welding/fitting a plus.
• State-approved Welding Certification is a bonus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy and light mobile equipment to maintain quarry access points.
• Perform pre-operational checks and routine servicing of equipment.
• Conduct site clean-up using hand tools and keep work platforms safe.
• Safely run and monitor the crushing plant when required.
• Assist with plant repairs and basic welding and fitting as needed.
• Handle water hoses and perform cleanup while following safety procedures.
• Report operational or environmental issues to the foreman promptly.
• Maintain adherence to OSHA/MSHA PPE requirements.
• Support team in achieving productivity and environmental standards.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Pre-operational checks

Maintenance tasks

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience operating heavy equipment

Welding/fitting certificates (plus)

State welding certification bonus (optional)

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Holliday Sand & Gravel Company, a CRH company, is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator to advance daily operations at our Kansas sites. You will work with the latest equipment, perform inspections, and support safety-driven practices on outdoor sites.

The role requires the ability to work nights when needed, long shifts, and travel as required, with a focus on reliability and teamwork in a fast-paced quarry environment.