Terminal Associate

heidelbergmaterials; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescription benefits

HSA/HRA/FSA

AD&D & Disability

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Bonding leave

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a terminal maintenance/operator to operate and monitor cement terminal equipment, including railcar unloading systems. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, experience with heavy equipment, and a focus on safety.

You will troubleshoot, perform basic repairs, load and unload cement from railcars and trucks, and ensure accurate orders and inventory records in an outdoor industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial, mechanical, rail, construction, or heavy equipment environments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort using tools for troubleshooting and basic repairs.
• Experience operating or working around heavy equipment, conveyors, or bulk material systems.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of equipment and daily operations.
• Basic knowledge of safety protocols and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor bulk cement terminal equipment, including railcar unloading systems and material transfer equipment.
• Troubleshoot and perform hands-on maintenance to keep equipment running and minimize downtime.
• Load and unload cement from railcars and trucks while ensuring efficient and safe material flow.
• Inspect equipment, identify issues, and complete basic mechanical repairs using tools and diagnostic skills.
• Ensure accuracy of orders, documentation, and inventory records.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Heavy equipment experience

Independent worker

Safety awareness

Basic hand tools

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Line of Business: Cement & White

Pay Range: $51,580.00 - $63,620.00

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 and monitor bulk cement terminal equipment, including railcar unloading systems and material transfer equipment
• Troubleshoot and perform hands-on maintenance to keep equipment running and minimize downtime
• Load and unload cement from railcars and trucks while ensuring efficient and safe material flow
• Inspect equipment, identify issues, and complete basic mechanical repairs using tools and diagnostic skills
• Ensure accuracy of orders, documentation, and inventory records

What Are We Looking For

• Experience in industrial, mechanical, rail, construction, or heavy equipment environments (not just warehouse)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort using tools for troubleshooting and basic repairs
• Experience operating or working around heavy equipment, conveyors, or bulk material systems
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of equipment and daily operations
• Basic knowledge of safety protocols and procedures

Work Environment

This role is based in an outdoor/industrial terminal environment and involves working around heavy equipment, moving materials, and varying weather conditions. Physical activity, including standing, walking, and manual tasks, is a regular part of the job, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary
• 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 Saving 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, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer -Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled