Night Shift Haul Unit Operator

Heidelberg Materials; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription Drug

HSA

HRA

FSA

AD&D

Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a plant/quarry operator to haul raw materials safely and efficiently. You will perform pre-shift inspections and basic maintenance while coordinating with supervisors and team members.

The role requires strong safety awareness and ability to work in varying weather and site conditions. Starting pay is $22.98 per hour DOE with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Strong awareness of safety procedures and hazard recognition.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for equipment troubleshooting.
• Willingness to work in varying weather and site conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate haul trucks to safely transport raw materials within the plant or quarry.
• Conduct pre-shift inspections and perform basic maintenance on equipment.
• Monitor material loads to ensure proper placement and volume.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors to coordinate operations.
• Support plant operations by assisting with general labor tasks as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Weather adaptability

Education

No specific degree required

Job description

Line of Business: Aggregates

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 haul trucks to safely transport raw materials within the plant or quarry.
• Conduct pre-shift inspections and perform basic maintenance on equipment.
• Monitor material loads to ensure proper placement and volume.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors to coordinate operations.
• Support plant operations by assisting with general labor tasks as needed.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to operate heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Strong awareness of safety procedures and hazard recognition.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for equipment troubleshooting.
• Willingness to work in varying weather and site conditions.

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing.

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

Starting Pay $22.98 per hour DOE

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription Drug Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• AD&D
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Bonding Leave
• 10 days of Paid Vacation
• 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave
• 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

Heidelberg Materials – your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO2 reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions - setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, youre not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own. Let’s get to work! Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.