Loader Operator

Preferred Materials; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Profit sharing

401(k) with 5% employer match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company paid basic life insurance

Short term and long-term disability

EAP

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Preferred Materials - Concrete Division, part of CRH, is seeking a Loader Operator who takes pride in safety, accuracy, and professional service in our Florida yards and plants.

You will safely operate loaders and forklifts, conduct pre-trip inspections, load block, rock, sand and other materials for delivery, and report issues to the maintenance team. Must be able to travel to other facilities as needed and work outdoors in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment.
• Ability to perform manual labor and related duties.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Pass pre-employment requirements (drug screen, background check, driving record).
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Must demonstrate a strong commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Safely drives building materials equipment within yard/plant per instructions and safety policies.
• Conducts pre-trip and post-trip inspections of equipment.
• Operates loaders and forklifts to move materials for loading and delivery.
• Ensures quality and accuracy of loaded materials.
• Climbs in/out of equipment safely and follows heights policy.
• Loads building materials (block, rock, sand, etc.) for delivery.
• Reports issues and required repairs to maintenance team.
• Maintains clean and orderly work area and equipment.

Skills

Safety awareness

Heavy equipment operation

Communication

Pre-employment testing

Work authorization

Flexible schedule

Manual labor

Job description

Requisition ID529114-Posted09/21/2026-AMAT-Preferred Materials - Concrete-Full Time-Equipment and Machine Operators-United States-Florida

Preferred Materials - Concrete Division, part of CRH South Division, is a leading supplier of ready mix concrete, concrete block, rebar and building materials in the state of Florida, providing the highest product quality and service in the construction industry. With headquarters in Tampa, Florida, and operations in five key Florida markets, Preferred Materials provides municipalities, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, builders and suppliers a wide variety of construction materials and products. Our employees make Preferred Materials a great place to work. We promote a strong safety culture, where employees take responsibility for their own safety.

Join a leader in the construction materials industry and help us build the infrastructure that supports our communities. As part of the CRH family, we are committed to safety, quality, and developing our people. We are seeking a Loader Operator who takes pride in safe operations, accuracy, and professional service.

Key Benefits of Joining Our Team

• Competitive pay
• Profit sharing
• 401(k) with 5% employer match
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company paid basic life insurance
• Short term and long-term disability
• EAP
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Safely drives building materials equipment within the confines of the yard/plant as directed, obeying all applicable laws and following plant manager/dispatch instructions.
• Properly conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of equipment to ensure safe operational order and detect/report maintenance issues.
• Safely operates loaders and forklifts to transport materials from storage to hoppers.
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of product being loaded and delivered.
• Climbs in and out of equipment safely using proper 3-points of contact and complies with the working at heights policy.
• Safely load building materials (block, rock, sand and other materials supplies) for delivery.
• Completes written report of any issues or necessary repairs, and relay to the maintenance team for repairs.
• Detects and reports improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials and unusual conditions to management.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Understand general machinery maintenance and physical ability to bend, squat and maneuver body to reach, clean and service equipment and conveyors unassisted.
• Works outdoors in heat and uneven surfaces for extended hours at a time.
• Shovels rock, sand, and other materials manually as needed.
• Maintains strict adherence to company policies, safety/OSHA requirements and procedures.
• Possesses a professional attitude while interacting with peers, contractors and general public
• May perform other related duties as required or directed. Must be available to travel and work from other company facilities as needed.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate, understand, and follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment.
• Ability to perform manual labor and adjacent job responsibilities as required.
• Must be willing to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays when necessary. Regular and timely attendance is required.
• Must pass pre-employment requirements, drug screen, criminal background check and driving record review.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must demonstrate a strong commitment to safety.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Preferred Materials, Inc., a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.