097117-Loader Opr I

Line of Business: Aggregates

Loader Operator I

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 front-end loaders safely and efficiently to move and load materials
• Perform routine equipment inspections and report maintenance needs promptly
• Maintain material flow to support production and customer demand
• Follow safety procedures, traffic patterns, and site-specific operating rules
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment or quickly develop proficiency
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and following established procedures
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-focused environment
• Dependable attendance and flexibility to meet operational needs
• Basic mechanical awareness and willingness to learn equipment operation

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

• $21.50-$23.00 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 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

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.