Utility Person 1

Heidelberg Materials; Mount Vernon (AL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA, HRA, FSA

Life Insurance

Paid leave and holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a quarry equipment operator in the Mount Vernon area to operate haul trucks and other mobile equipment safely while meeting production goals. You will perform pre-operational checks and report issues promptly.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to environmental regulations as you support quarry operations and maintain daily targets in a dynamic site environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy mobile equipment in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety with strong awareness of surroundings and operating conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with team members and supervisors.
• Mechanical aptitude with the capability to complete inspections and identify equipment issues.
• Reliable work ethic with the flexibility to adapt to changing operational priorities.

Responsibilities

• Operate haul trucks and other mobile equipment safely and efficiently.
• Transport aggregate materials to designated locations while meeting production goals.
• Perform pre-operational inspections and report equipment concerns promptly.
• Follow safety policies, procedures, and environmental regulations.
• Support quarry operations through teamwork, housekeeping, and operational assistance as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Line of Business: Aggregates

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 haul trucks and other mobile equipment safely and efficiently throughout the quarry.
• Transport aggregate materials to designated locations while maintaining production goals.
• Perform pre-operational inspections and report equipment concerns promptly.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and environmental regulations.
• Support quarry operations through teamwork, housekeeping, and operational assistance as needed.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy mobile equipment in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety with strong awareness of surroundings and operating conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with team members and supervisors.
• Mechanical aptitude with the capability to complete inspections and identify equipment issues.
• Reliable work ethic with the flexibility to adapt to changing operational priorities.

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.

Work Environment

• Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

What We Offer

• $20 per hour
• 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, 10 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled.