An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.
Excavator Operator Heidelberg Materials - 3.1 Jamesville, NY Job Details Full-time $20 - $26 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Vision insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Construction material handling Outdoor work experience Excavation Moving Mid-level Performing regular vehicle safety checks Mechanical excavators Loading Equipment inspection Industrial equipment Materials handling Safety standard operating procedures Communication skills Material handling equipment operation Construction aggregates
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Aggregates Here is a posting template that aligns with your requested format and language: Excavator Operator 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 Safely operate excavators to support aggregate production, material handling, and site operations. Inspect equipment daily and report mechanical issues or safety concerns promptly. Load, move, and stockpile materials efficiently while maintaining production goals. Follow company safety policies, operational procedures, and environmental standards. Collaborate with team members to support plant, quarry, and site performance objectives. What Are We Looking For Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment, including excavators, in an industrial environment. Strong commitment to workplace safety and safe operating practices. Ability to perform equipment inspections and identify maintenance needs. Effective communication and teamwork skills to support operational goals. Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain productivity in a fast-paced environment. Conditions of Employment Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Successful candidate must be authorized to work in the United States and comply with all company employment requirements. 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 $20.00 to $26.00 per hour 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions Eligible employees can earn up to a $1,250 performance-based retention bonus each quarter, paid quarterly based on achievement of established performance metrics. 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, 56 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled