Yardworker

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

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.

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 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

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to work safely and efficiently in a physically demanding environment
• 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

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
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to apply. Verification of age will be required as a condition of employment.

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

• $27.04 to $27.04 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

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.