Yard Loader Operator

Heidelberg Materials; Morehead City (NC); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a yard loader operator in Morehead City, NC to move and load materials safely and efficiently. You will inspect equipment, monitor inventory, and support stockpile management while following safety protocols and environmental regulations.

The role requires strong safety awareness and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in outdoor conditions, contributing to smooth yard operations and reliable material handling.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Strong awareness of safety standards and compliance requirements.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate yard loader to move and load materials safely and efficiently.
• Inspect and maintain equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Monitor material inventory and assist with stockpile management.
• Follow all safety protocols and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain smooth yard operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Independent worker

Job description

Operate yard loader to move and load materials safely and efficiently

Inspect and maintain equipment to ensure optimal performance

Monitor material inventory and assist with stockpile management

Follow all safety protocols and environmental regulations

Collaborate with team members to maintain smooth yard operations

What Are We Looking For

Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and effectively

Strong awareness of safety standards and compliance requirements

Capability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical ability to perform tasks in varying outdoor conditions

Commitment to maintaining equipment and reporting issues promptly

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

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

What We Offer

$21.10 to $29.00 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 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

As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.

Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.