Yard Loader Operator

Lehigh Hanson Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join their team. This role involves operating loaders for material transportation, making and repairing roads, and performing essential maintenance duties. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of material handling and safety guidelines, along with effective communication skills to thrive in a collaborative environment. With competitive pay and union benefits, this position offers a great opportunity to contribute to a vital sector while ensuring safety and efficiency in operations.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Pension Plan

Union Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays

Qualifications

• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and effectively.
• Strong understanding of material handling and loading procedures.
• Willingness to assist in various yard tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate gasoline or diesel powered loader for material transportation.
• Make and repair roads and level stripping banks.
• Perform lubrication, inspection, and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Material Handling

Effective Communication

Safety Guidelines Adherence

Teamwork

Job description

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 gasoline or diesel powered loader for material transportation.

• Make and repair roads

• Level stripping banks and stock piles

• Performing lubrication, inspection, and preventative maintenance duties necessary to maintain the equipment in proper operating condition.

• Perform miscellaneous job duties as assigned.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to operate heavy equipment safely and effectively.

• Strong understanding of material handling and loading procedures.

• Effective communication skills and teamwork mindset.

• Ability to follow safety guidelines and adapt to a fast-paced work environment.

• Willingness to take initiative and assist in various yard tasks as needed.

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

• $27.81 per hour.

• Benefits through the Union for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pension.

• Union paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

Req ID JR10006958