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50061 Heidelberg Materials Southwest Agg LLC
Day Shift Haul Unit Operator
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What they do
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.
$53,887 / year median in Texas
+14% projected growth
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Aggregates 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 haul trucks safely and efficiently to transport materials throughout the quarry site. Complete pre-operational inspections and promptly report equipment issues. Maintain safe traffic flow and compliance with company and site safety procedures. Collaborate with team members to support production goals and operational efficiency. Keep equipment and work areas clean while performing basic operational maintenance checks. What Are We Looking For Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment in a production environment. Strong commitment to workplace safety, policies, and procedures. Ability to perform equipment inspections and identify potential mechanical concerns. Effective communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced environment. Dependable work ethic with the capability to work independently and adapt to changing operational needs. Physical Requirements Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and access mobile equipment safely and regularly. Ability to sit for extended periods while operating heavy equipment. Ability to perform frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, and walking on uneven terrain. Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to work safely in varying environmental and weather conditions while maintaining situational awareness. Conditions of Employment Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug 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 Starting Pay $23.00 per hour DOE (depending on experience) 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 Saving 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 #HMSWJobsBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings