Pit Loader Operator

Heidelberg Materials; North Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan with an

Health, Dental, Vision benefits

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a hands-on Heavy Equipment Operator to move raw materials and support site operations. You will operate a pit loader safely, perform routine inspections, and transport materials within the site under supervision.

The role requires strong safety awareness and the ability to work independently or as part of a team in outdoor conditions. Compliance with environmental and safety regulations is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and effectively.
• Strong awareness of safety standards and compliance requirements.
• Capability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physical ability to perform tasks in demanding outdoor conditions.
• Commitment to maintaining equipment and reporting issues promptly.

Responsibilities

• Operate pit loader safely and efficiently to move raw materials.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Load and transport materials to designated areas within the site.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Follow all safety protocols and environmental regulations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Physical endurance

Problem reporting

Job description

Operate pit loader safely and efficiently to move raw materials

Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance

Load and transport materials to designated areas within the site

Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors

Follow all safety protocols and environmental regulations

What Are We Looking For

Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and effectively

Strong awareness of safety standards and compliance requirements

Capability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical ability to perform tasks in demanding outdoor conditions

Commitment to maintaining equipment and reporting issues promptly

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

• 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.

Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.