Quarry Heavy Equipment Operator - Ringgold, GA

Crh-bc0817a9; Ringgold (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Midsouth Aggregates in Ringgold, GA is hiring an entry-level Quarry Heavy Equipment Operator. You will operate multiple pieces of equipment in a quarry environment, including haul trucks, loaders and excavators, with emphasis on safety and quality. Duties adapt to workload and may require supervision at times, while maintaining strong attendance and teamwork.

CRH offers competitive pay, medical benefits, retirement plans and opportunities for growth in a safety-focused, diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate multiple quarry equipment safely (haul trucks, loaders, excavators).
• Inspect equipment and report wear or damage to supervisor/foreman.
• Check material quality during loading and stockpiling operations.
• Follow supervisor instructions and maintain safety and productivity.

Skills

OSHA compliance

MSHA compliance

Safety-focused

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Career Opportunities: Quarry Heavy Equipment Operator - Ringgold, GA (528779)

Requisition ID528779-Posted09/11/2026-AMAT-Midsouth Aggregates-Full Time-Equipment and Machine Operators-United States-Georgia

Midsouth Aggregates, part of CRH’s South Division, is a leading supplier of quality aggregates in the southeastern U.S., with operations in Alabama, southern Tennessee, Georgia and the Florida Panhandle. Working with government agencies, private contractors, counties and municipalities, we produce millions of tons of quality construction materials and pave many miles of highways every year. Our highly skilled workforce strives to deliver the highest quality products and services in a safe, timely and efficient manner, on every project. Midsouth Aggregates is an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify Participant.

Position Overview

This is an Entry-Level position that will require the employee to operate multiple pieces of equipment in our quarry environment. This position will be responsible for the safe operation of various equipment including haul trucks, loaders, track hoes, excavators, and more. Additional duties as needed due to workload, vacations, or employee leaves.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Examine equipment parts for damage and/or excessive wear, perform minor servicing and maintenance of equipment; refer major problems to the Foreman.
• Clean material from rail cars that are being returned
• Check the material being loaded for quality
• Able to retrieve and write rail car numbers down accurately
• Load haul trucks, and customer trucks, feed the portable plant, stockpiling and loading bins, shoveling and cleaning
• Work will be performed per the supervisor's instruction, and in some cases, will be expected to be performed free from direct supervision without a compromise or sacrifice to safety, and without sacrifice to, quality of work tasks
• The job duties described herein are not exhaustive and may be supplemented

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Minimum high school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Must be a reliable and trustworthy individual that will be a team player.
• Must maintain good attendance and safety record.
• Must be productive during each shift and be willing to meet the goals that are set.

What CRH Offers You

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development and internal promotion
• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

About CRH

CRHhas a long and proud heritage as one of North America’s largest corporations. We are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that together form the CRHfamily. CRHoperates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Midsouth Aggregates is an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employer.