Terminal Associate

3M HEALTHCARE; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 51,580 - 63,620; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Health Savings Account

Disability and life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a Terminal Operator to manage and monitor bulk cement terminal operations. You will work with railcar unloading systems, perform hands-on maintenance, and ensure safe, efficient material flow.

The role involves inspecting equipment, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining accurate orders and inventory records in an outdoor industrial terminal environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial, mechanical, rail, construction, or heavy equipment environments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic tool use.
• Experience with heavy equipment, conveyors, or bulk material systems.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Industrial experience

Mechanical aptitude

Heavy equipment

Safety knowledge

Troubleshooting

Job description

Line of Business: Cement & WhitePay 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 $24.80 - $29.14
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with automatic company contribution and matching contributions
• Highly competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with prescription drug coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Accident & Disability (AD&D), short- and long-term disability coverage, and 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