**AutoReqId:** 21071BR **Pay Class:** Hourly **Hourly Pay Rate:** $20.00 **Department:** Operations **Line of Business:** Aggregates **Position Type:** Full-Time **Job Posting:** **MILITARY VETERANS HEIDELBERG MATERIALS WANTS YOU!** **Here at Heidelberg Materials we recognize how military experience can successfully translate into the civilian workforce and we are committed to giving veterans opportunities.** **Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.** **Heidelberg Materials recently acquired** **St. Thomas Development Company.** **Should you be offered employment and start employment during the calendar year 2024,** **St. Thomas Development** **Company will administer payroll and benefits for this business unit’s employees even though Heidelberg Materials is the business unit owner.** **What You'll Get To Do** **Are you looking for a long-term position with a stable company? Do you enjoy working with your hands and with large equipment?** Heidelberg Materials is seeking a qualified **Equipment Operator** . This position will be responsible for the operation of mining equipment and/or for operating quarry equipment. + Operate heavy equipment of various sizes and weights used in the production of aggregates + Maintain stockpiles of stone to ensure consistent production of asphalt + Maintain housekeeping of plant and facilities + Ensure equipment is in good working order + Perform routine inspection and preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment if within abilities; escalate issues that are not + Routinely assist other members of the crew as needed, including shoveling and cleanup + Fuel, oil and grease equipment to ensure proper function and completes associated paperwork + Perform related job duties as assigned **What We Are Looking For** + High school diploma or general education degree (GED) + One year of heavy equipment operation or other related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience + Physical Requirements: sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, balancing, bending (bending at the waist, lifting above the waist and lifting below the waist), kneeling, reaching, grasping (use of both hands), squatting, repetitive motions, manipulative finger movements with both hands, use of wrists (flexing or rotating with both wrists), use of both feet, use of arms above and below shoulder, work extended periods of time in same position, perform duties in all climates i.e. weather, extreme temperatures, tolerate heights, lift and carry up to 50 lbs., work in confined spaces, capable of wearing respiratory and other personal protective equipment **Benefits** **:** + Competitive hourly wage. + Health, dental, and vision insurance. + 401k Match + Paid time off and holidays. + Opportunities for advancement within the company. + Comprehensive training and ongoing support. No search firms please Heidelberg Materials is a Drug Free Workplace **Employer Statement:** Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled