Mid Shift Excavator Operator

Heidelberg Materials North America; Mill Creek (OK); On-site; USD 35,817 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision

HSA/HRA/FSA

AD&D and Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our mobile plant operations. You will operate excavators to load raw materials, perform routine checks, and help with plant setup, relocation, and breakdown while maintaining safe production flow.

Ideal candidates will have proven experience with excavators or similar heavy machinery, a strong safety mindset, and the ability to work independently or with teammates across shifting locations.

Qualifications

• Skilled in operating excavators and heavy equipment in a production setting.
• Strong commitment to safety and situational awareness.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a mobile plant environment.
• Basic mechanical knowledge for troubleshooting equipment issues.
• Flexibility to work mid-shift hours and adapt to changing work locations.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators to load raw materials into portable crushing equipment.
• Perform routine equipment checks and basic maintenance to ensure safe operation.
• Assist with plant setup, relocation, and breakdown as needed.
• Communicate with team members to maintain efficient material flow.
• Follow all safety and environmental procedures on site; Mid Shift Hours: 11am - 9pm

Skills

Excavator operation

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Independent work

Job description

About Us Heidelber g 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.

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.

What You'll Be Doing

• Operate excavators to load raw materials into portable crushing equipment
• Perform routine equipment checks and basic maintenance to ensure safe operation
• Assist with plant setup, relocation, and breakdown as needed
• Communicate with team members to maintain efficient material flow
• Follow all safety and environmental procedures on site; Mid Shift Hours: 11am - 9pm

What Are We Looking For

• Skilled in operating excavators and other heavy equipment in a production setting
• Strong commitment to safety and situational awareness
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a mobile plant environment
• Basic mechanical knowledge for troubleshooting equipment issues
• Flexibility to work mid-shift hours and adapt to changing work locations

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug screen, and background check

Work Environment

• Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

Physical Demands of the Job

• Ability to sit for extended periods while operating equipment
• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity required to operate controls and inspect equipment
• Tolerance for working in dusty, noisy, and physically demanding environments
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots

What We Offer

• Starting Pay $26.00 per hour DOE
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
• Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
• Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Bonding Leave, 10 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

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Req ID JR10017326

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.