Day Shift Mobile Equipment Trainee

Heidelberg Materials • Salado, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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. Learn to safely operate mobile equipment such as haul trucks, loaders, and water trucks under supervision Support daily quarry production by transporting raw materials efficiently Conduct pre‑operation inspections and report equipment conditions Follow safety procedures, traffic patterns, and operational guidelines Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

Requirements

• Strong safety awareness with the ability to follow procedures consistently
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn mobile equipment operation
• Dependability, teamwork, and a proactive work ethic
• Ability to work outdoors and adapt to changing site conditions
• Effective communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to sit for extended periods while operating equipment
• Capability to climb ladders, steps, and uneven surfaces
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials or tools up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation
• Frequent bending, standing, walking, and use of hands and feet to operate controls
• Visual, hearing, and depth‑perception ability required to operate equipment safely
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug screen, and background check
• Continued compliance with company safety, training, and regulatory requirements

Responsibilities

• Learn to safely operate mobile equipment such as haul trucks, loaders, and water trucks under supervision
• Support daily quarry production by transporting raw materials efficiently
• Conduct pre‑operation inspections and report equipment conditions
• Follow safety procedures, traffic patterns, and operational guidelines
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees