Yard Equipment Operator – Materials & Safety Focus

Heidelberg Materials North America; Boardman (OR); On-site; USD 65,852,000 - 89,103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Vacation & holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a yard worker to operate equipment, load and unload materials, and support inventory control in our Portland, Oregon region. You will perform routine yard maintenance, follow safety protocols, and cooperate with teammates to maintain efficient operations.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and adaptability to weather and changing tasks, with union-supported benefits and standard vacation and holiday schedules.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work safely in physically demanding environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate heavy equipment and tools.
• Willingness to work in varying weather conditions and adapt to changing tasks.
• Commitment to punctuality, reliability and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to load, unload, and move materials within the yard.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of yard and equipment.
• Assist with inventory control and material inspections.
• Follow safety protocols and contribute to a safe work environment.
• Support team operations and communicate effectively with coworkers.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Equipment operation

Weather adaptability

Punctuality

Job description

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a yard worker to operate equipment, load and unload materials, and support inventory control in our Portland, Oregon region. You will perform routine yard maintenance, follow safety protocols, and cooperate with teammates to maintain efficient operations.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and adaptability to weather and changing tasks, with union-supported benefits and standard vacation and holiday schedules.