Machine Operator, 1st Shift

OLDCASTLE INFRASTRUCTURE, INC.; Acworth (GA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Retirement savings

Wellness programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Oldcastle Infrastructure, Inc. is seeking a Quarry Heavy Equipment Operator in Acworth, GA. You will operate heavy and light mobile equipment, perform pre-op checks, and keep work areas clean and safe while monitoring the crushing plant as needed.

The role requires flexibility for nights, weekends, overtime, and travel, with strong adherence to safety and PPE requirements. Prior welding knowledge is a plus, and a high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Provide valid I-9 documentation.
• Flexible to work nights, weekends, overtime, and travel.
• Comfortable outdoors in extreme weather and rough terrain.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy and light mobile equipment, including skid steers.
• Perform pre-operational checks and routine servicing.
• Conduct site clean-up and maintain safe work platforms.
• Safely run and monitor the crushing plant as required.
• Assist with plant repairs and basic welding/fitting.
• Handle water hoses and perform cleanup while watching for hazards.
• Report operational or environmental issues to the foreman.
• Adhere to safety procedures and wear PPE per OSHA/MSHA.
• Support team productivity and environmental responsibility.

Skills

Safety culture

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding certificates (plus)

Welding certification (bonus)

Job description

About the Role

As a Quarry Heavy Equipment Operator, you will play a vital role in daily operations, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of materials. You will operate cutting‑edge equipment, collaborate with experienced professionals, and contribute to a culture where safety and innovation are paramount.

What You’ll Do

• Operate heavy and light mobile equipment, including skid steers, as trained and directed to maintain quarry access points.
• Perform pre‑operational checks and routine servicing of assigned equipment.
• Conduct site clean‑up using hand tools and ensure work platforms remain clear and safe.
• Safely run and monitor the crushing plant as required.
• Assist with plant repairs and maintenance tasks, including basic welding and fitting, as needed.
• Handle water hoses and perform cleanup while maintaining awareness of electrical hazards and slippery surfaces.
• Report any operational or environmental issues promptly to the foreman.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety procedures and use all required PPE in compliance with OSHA/MSHA guidelines.
• Support the team in achieving high standards of productivity and environmental responsibility.

What It Takes to Succeed

• Pass pre‑employment drug screening, criminal background check, and "Fit for Work" physical.
• Provide valid documentation for I‑9 eligibility.
• Demonstrate a professional, courteous attitude toward colleagues, supervisors, and the public.
• Be flexible to work nights, weekends, overtime, and travel as needed.
• Be comfortable working outdoors in extreme weather and on rough terrain.
• Physical capability for climbing, stretching, driving/steering, sitting, twisting, and using hand tools.
• Commitment to a strong safety culture and team‑based approach.
• Mandatory: Minimum age of 18 due to work environment requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

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

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate: $18‑20/hr based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career growth.
• The opportunity to be part of a team that prioritizes your safety, skill development, and job satisfaction.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Frequently required to climb, balance, and perform tasks involving physical agility.
• Regularly sit, climb, and use hand signals or equipment; occasionally stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, or reach above shoulder height.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 25‑50 lbs as needed.
• Work primarily outdoors, often in extreme weather and environmental conditions.
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions; exposed to jobsite hazards such as moving machinery, high places, airborne particles, and loud environments.
• Must have specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, to operate equipment safely.
• Reasonable accommodations provided as necessary to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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 is an affirmative action and 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.