Equipment Operator

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

A leading materials company is looking for a Utility Person in Mount Vernon, WA to ensure safe and efficient production operations. This role involves technical leadership and support to less experienced team members, emphasizing safety and quality standards. Key responsibilities include operating equipment like skid steers and backhoes, conducting preventive maintenance, and providing training. Qualifications include a high school diploma and 1-2 years of relevant experience. A competitive hourly salary of $23.00 - $30.00 is offered, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of prior experience in the aggregate industry, preferred; experience in plant operations, and maintenance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate production and plant-specific mobile equipment safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions or issues using standard operating procedures.
• Participate in plant operations, including production and shipping.
• Adjust equipment to maximize production under supervision.
• Guide and mentor Laborers in daily activities and safety protocols.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

MSHA regulations

Time management

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

ProductionMount Vernon,Washington
Salary: USD 23.00 - 30.00 Hourly

The Utility Person ensures safe, efficient, and continuous production operations by providing technical leadership, training, and oversight to less experienced team members. This role is essential in material handling, housekeeping, and equipment support—acting as a bridge between frontline production and supervisory management, helping to optimize operational flow, safety, and quality standards.

This position involves various manual and equipment-based tasks to support plant operations and maintenance. Responsibilities include shoveling, sweeping, lifting, pushing and pulling various objects, raking, and operating equipment such as skid steers, backhoes, pavers, and rollers. The role also includes cross-functional duties in plant maintenance and equipment operation, with a strong emphasis on safety, adaptability, and teamwork.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates production and plant-specific mobile equipment (e.g., skid steer, water truck, front-end loader) safely and efficiently within company guidelines and safety standards.
• Uses standard operating procedures to troubleshoot malfunctions or issues.
• Participates in plant operations, including production, loading, and shipping.
• Under direct supervision, adjusts equipment to maximize production.
• Provide on-the-job coaching to ensure team members develop proper techniques for shoveling, sweeping, cleanup, and equipment assistance.
• Guide, train, and mentor Laborers in daily activities, equipment handling, and safety protocols.
• Operate and assist with skid steers, backhoes, pavers, rollers, loaders, and water trucks as required.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on plant and mobile equipment: greasing, lubricating, replacing belts/ bearings, splicing conveyors.
• Perform pre- and post-shift inspections; maintain accurate maintenance logs and report irregularities.
• Ensure work areas, machinery, and roads are clean and safe using tools such as shovels and sweeps.
• Provide operational support across departments: rail unloading, stockpile management, housekeeping, maintenance, quality control, and scale house operations.
• Assist with additional tasks outside core responsibilities as needed.
• In addition to the primary responsibilities outlined, the successful candidate may be expected to take on other tasks and assignments as required, including but not limited to duties outside the typical scope of the role to support overall team operations and organizational needs. Flexibility and adaptability to evolving job demands are essential.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience

Work Experience

1-2 years of prior experience in the aggregate industry, preferred; experience in plant operations, and maintenance is a plus

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Mechanical aptitude
• Troubleshooting
• MSHA regulations
• Time management

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Physical Requirements

• You must be able to lift or move up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Extensive use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects and tools. You will be expected to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to reach equipment for maintenance.
• Requires sharp vision (close, distance, color, and peripheral) and depth perception. You must also be able to monitor auditory and visual signals during equipment operation.

Working Conditions

All duties require outside assignments and periods of work in all weather conditions, cold, wet, dry and dusty. Must be able to work in areas where noise levels are up to 85 dbs.

COMPENSATION

The hiring range for this position is $23.00 -$30.00 exclusive of benefits or bonuses (discretionary and non-discretionary). The offered base compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, business need, market conditions, proficiencies, skills, education, and experience. Additionally, at Martin Marietta we place a high value on internal pay equity and will consider the compensation for those in similarly situated roles and direct team members. The hiring range for this role represents the base compensation we expect to pay for the position at time of hire and does not represent the total possible base pay of the position.

In addition to our base compensation, we also offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage; prescription drug coverage; health savings accounts; flexible spending accounts; life, AD&D and disability insurance; 401(k) with a company match and an employer-funded defined benefit pension plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, education/tuition assistance, an employee discount program, adoption assistance, wellness programs and more.

Part time employees are eligible to participate in the 401k plan and receive a company match. In addition, they are eligible to start accruing service for the pension plan.

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials – including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta'sMagnesia Specialtiesbusiness produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.

At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest – those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.

In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Vision
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension
• Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.