Quarry Loader Operator

Lehigh Hanson Inc.; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pension

Vacation, sick leave and holidays

Retention bonus up to $1,250 quarterly

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a loader operator to move and load materials on site. You will inspect equipment, maintain performance, and support production by supplying material to crushers, conveyors, and stockpiles.

Adherence to safety procedures and clear communication with the team are essential in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidates will operate safely, follow procedures, and demonstrate reliability, attention to detail, and willingness to learn site processes.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to identify equipment issues and report them promptly.
• Strong safety practices and adherence to procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable and detail-oriented with willingness to learn site processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate loader equipment to move and load materials.
• Inspect, maintain, and report equipment conditions.
• Supply material to crushers, conveyors, and stockpiles.
• Follow site safety procedures and contribute to a safe environment.
• Communicate with team to coordinate daily activities.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Equipment reporting

Attention to detail

Job description

Operate loader equipment safely and efficiently to move and load materials

Inspect, maintain, and report equipment conditions to ensure reliable operation

Support production goals by supplying material to crushers, conveyors, and stockpiles

Follow all site safety procedures and contribute to a safe work environment

Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate daily activities

What Are We Looking For

Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and confidently

Strong awareness of safety practices and commitment to following procedures

Capability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Skill in identifying equipment issues and reporting them promptly

Reliability, attention to detail, and readiness to learn site processes

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

$26.87 per hour

Benefits through the Union for Medical, Dental, Vision and Pension

Union paid vacation, sick leave and holidays

Eligible employees can earn up to a $1,250 performance-based retention bonus each quarter, paid quarterly based on achievement of established performance metrics.

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.