Pit Loader Operator

Heidelberg Materials North America; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/HRA

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator to move raw materials and support plant and pit operations. You will operate loaders and other machinery, perform inspections, and help maintain safety and production targets on site.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and proactive problem-solving in a dynamic quarry or plant environment. Competitive pay and strong benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience safely operating heavy mobile equipment in a production environment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, teamwork, and following established procedures.
• Ability to perform equipment inspections and identify operational or maintenance concerns.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loaders and other heavy equipment safely and efficiently to move raw materials.
• Load haul trucks, hoppers, and stockpiles while maintaining quality and production targets.
• Conduct pre-operational equipment inspections and report maintenance needs promptly.
• Maintain safe work practices and support site safety initiatives at all times.
• Assist with general plant and pit operations to ensure efficient material flow and productivity.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Equipment inspections

Team communication

Job description

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.

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 front-end loaders and other heavy equipment safely and efficiently to move raw materials.
• Load haul trucks, hoppers, and stockpiles while maintaining quality and production targets.
• Conduct pre-operational equipment inspections and report maintenance needs promptly.
• Maintain safe work practices and support site safety initiatives at all times.
• Assist with general plant and pit operations to ensure efficient material flow and productivity.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy mobile equipment in a production environment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, teamwork, and following established procedures.
• Ability to perform equipment inspections and identify operational or maintenance concerns.
• Effective communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Dependable work ethic with the ability to adapt to changing production needs and priorities.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol 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

• $23.26 to $34.61 per hour
• 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 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.

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.