Utility Operator 1

Amrize; Hyattsville (MD); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Savings

Medical, Dental, Disability and Life

Well-being programs

HSAs & FSAs for health

Vision and voluntary benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Paid parental leave

Educational assistance

Dress for your day

Job summary

Amrize in the United States is seeking a Floating Utility Operator to support multiple asphalt plant locations. You will assist with general labor, equipment operation, and material handling while helping maintain safe, efficient production across sites in Prince Georges and Anne Arundel counties.

The role requires heavy equipment experience, a high school diploma, and a strong safety mindset. Outdoor work, overtime, and team collaboration are expected.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating heavy equipment including skid steers, loaders, excavators, and backhoes.
• Previous experience in asphalt plant, quarry, construction or industrial environment preferred.
• Ability to safely operate loaders, skid steers, or haul trucks.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and following procedures.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather and physically demanding environments.
• Ability to perform general labor and housekeeping duties.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic with ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to identify equipment issues.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, or varying shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor asphalt plant equipment for safe, efficient production.
• Perform routine inspections of plant machinery and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Assist with loading and unloading materials used in asphalt production.
• Operate heavy equipment such as loaders, skid steers, and haul trucks as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment at plant and yard areas.
• Follow all safety policies and environmental regulations.
• Support plant production to meet daily goals and customer demands.
• Perform general housekeeping duties (shoveling, sweeping, debris removal).
• Assist maintenance with repairs and preventative maintenance when required.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by plant management.

Skills

Heavy equipment experience

Outdoor work

Team player

Safety minded

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Overview

Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Utility Operator

Join our amazing team and contribute as a: Utility Operator

About the Role

Amrize, a leading supplier of quality construction building materials in the United States, has immediate openings for a Floating Utility Operator to support operations at several asphalt plant locations throughout Prince Georges County and Anne Arundel County. The Floating Utility Operator is responsible for supporting daily operations across multiple plant locations through general labor, equipment operation, and material handling duties. This position also performs plant housekeeping, assists with operational needs, and completes additional responsibilities as assigned to help maintain safe and efficient production.

What You’ll Accomplish

• Operate and monitor asphalt plant equipment to ensure safe and efficient production.
• Perform routine inspections of plant machinery and report any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Assist with loading and unloading materials used in asphalt production.
• Operate heavy equipment such as loaders, skid steers, and haul trucks as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment throughout the plant and yard areas.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental regulations.
• Support plant production activities to meet daily operational goals and customer demands.
• Perform general housekeeping duties, including shoveling, sweeping, and debris removal.
• Assist maintenance personnel with repairs and preventative maintenance activities when required.
• Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by plant management.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Required Work Experience: Experience operating heavy equipment, including but not limited to skid steers, loaders, excavators, and backhoes.
• Previous experience working in an asphalt plant, quarry, construction, or industrial environment preferred.
• Ability to safely operate heavy equipment such as loaders, skid steers, or haul trucks.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and following company procedures.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and physically demanding environments.
• Ability to perform general labor and housekeeping duties as needed.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to identify equipment or operational issues.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, or varying shifts based on production needs.

Additional Requirements

• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

What We Offer

• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth after‑tax savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well‑being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid parental leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational assistance program
• Dress for your day

Did we spark your interest? Build your future with us and apply!

Building Inclusive Workspaces

At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We’re seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Amrize North America Inc. participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation, please email recruiting‑[e-mail]. This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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