Heavy Equipment Operator - Travel Crew

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.; Earlham (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription Drug

Vision

Paid Holidays and Vacation

401(k) with Company matching

Employee Life Insurance

Job summary

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. is seeking a motivated individual to join our Iowa Grading Team. The role involves operating various heavy equipment to transport raw materials efficiently and safely.

Located in Earlham, IA, this position offers competitive hourly wages, drive time pay, and per diem for travel. Come work for one of the best companies while enjoying a work-life balance!

Qualifications

• Ability to operate haul truck, motor grader, and water truck.
• Willingness to learn and work with various types of mobile equipment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to transport raw materials safely.
• Perform pre-shift inspections and maintenance on equipment.
• Assist with plant repairs and maintain good housekeeping.

Skills

Operating heavy equipment

Performing preventative maintenance

Adhering to safety regulations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Martin Marietta is currently looking for a motivated individual to join our Iowa Grading Team. This position will have the opportunity to operate a variety of heavy equipment to include haul truck, motor grader, water truck, etc. to bring raw materials from pit to plant in a safe and efficient manner at maximum loading capacity. This position will be based out of Earlham, IA but will travel around Central Iowa and Eastern Nebraska to help other plants with production.

This position is an excellent opportunity to work for one of the best companies in the industry and have work-life balance while working 5 days per week!

This position is paid a competitive hourly wage as well as drive time pay, mileage pay and $175 per diem pay.

Essential Functions

• Must be able to or willing to learn to operate all other mobile equipment, including haul truck, motor grader, water truck, dozer and excavators.
• Assist in plant repairs and clean-up
• Perform pre-shift safety inspection on equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance and service mobile equipment. Report needed repairs to shop personnel
• Responsible for good housekeeping of equipment
• Adhere to MSHA and plant safety rules and regulations
• Perform duties with minimum supervision

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Experience is a plus but will train the right candidate
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Bi-Lingual is a plus

Working Conditions

Larger equipment is typically air conditioned. There will be times when outside assignments that may require periods of work in all weather conditions - heat, cold, wet or dry. May have exposure to dust, sand, gravel, diesel exhaust, etc.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Vision
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension
• Salary Continuation - Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.