Pit Loader Operator

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Health, dental, vision benefits

HSA/HRA and FSA options

Paid leave and holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is hiring a Pit Loader Operator in Princeton, NC to safely run the pit loader, move raw materials, and perform routine inspections. You will load materials, transport them within the site, and communicate with supervisors to ensure productivity and safety.

Applicants should be capable of working outdoors in challenging weather, following safety standards, and maintaining equipment. The position includes comprehensive benefits and a clear path for career growth.

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 compliance

Teamwork

Stamina outdoors

Equipment maintenance

Job description

Line of Business: Aggregates Pit Loader Operator

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 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.

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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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.