Pit Loader Operator

50063 Heidelberg Materials Southeast Agg LLC; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials Southeast Agg LLC is seeking a dedicated equipment operator to move raw materials and support plant and pit operations. You will handle front-end loaders, load trucks, and help maintain safety standards on site.

The role emphasizes operating heavy equipment safely, conducting inspections, and working as part of a team to meet production targets in challenging outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• Operate heavy mobile equipment safely in a production environment.
• Perform pre-operational equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Maintain safe work practices and support site safety initiatives.

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

Operate heavy equipment

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Front-end loaders

Haul trucks

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 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.

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We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations.

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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.

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