Heavy Equipment Operator (Temporary 6 Months)

Heidelberg Materials North America; Granite Falls (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (Union)

Pension (Union)

Vacation & holidays (Union)

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a temporary heavy equipment operator to support aggregate production at our Granite Falls, WA site for an expected duration of 6 months.

You will perform pre-operational inspections, monitor material flow and quality, and maintain safe, efficient operations while coordinating with team members. This role offers union benefits and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Safely operate heavy equipment in a mining environment.
• Strong knowledge of safety procedures and situational awareness.
• Mechanical aptitude to identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Reliable, cooperative, and able to communicate clearly.
• Familiarity with MSHA regulations; Part 46 training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a variety of heavy and fixed plant equipment to support daily aggregate production.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections and routine equipment checks.
• Monitor material flow, production quality, and operating conditions; adjust as needed.
• Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and promote a safety-first culture.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Safety procedures

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Tools

MSHA rules

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.

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.

This is a temporary position with an expected duration of 6 months.

What You'll Be Doing

• Safely operate a variety of heavy and fixed plant equipment to support daily aggregate production
• Conduct pre-operational inspections and routine equipment checks to ensure safe, reliable performance
• Monitor material flow, production quality, and operating conditions, making adjustments as needed
• Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate activities and maintain efficient operations
• Maintain a clean, organized work area while adhering to safety regulations and promoting a safety-first culture

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment in a mining environment
• Strong knowledge of safety procedures with high situational awareness
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve equipment issues
• Reliable and collaborative approach with clear and effective communication skills
• Ability to follow operational procedures, adapt to changing priorities, and familiarity with MSHA regulations, with Part 46 training considered an asset

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
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to apply. Verification of age will be required as a condition of employment.

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

• $45.09 to $46.12 per hour
• Benefits through the Union for Medical, Dental, Vision and Pension
• Union paid vacation, sick leave and 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.