Yard Loader Operator

Heidelberg Materials Midwest Agg, Inc.

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1564 Red Bank Rd Walterboro, SC (US) Until 10/2/2026 First posted August 3, 2026 Last posted August 3, 2026
Job description
Line of Business: 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 yard loader equipment safely and efficiently to move, stockpile, and load materials.
  • Load customer trucks accurately while maintaining quality and service standards.
  • Perform routine equipment inspections and report maintenance needs promptly.
  • Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas in compliance with company policies.
  • Support plant operations by assisting with material handling and production activities as needed.

What Are We Looking For

  • Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment in an industrial, construction, or aggregate environment.
  • Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.
  • Ability to inspect equipment, identify issues, and communicate concerns effectively.
  • Capability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing operational needs.
  • Reliable attendance and ability to perform physically demanding work in outdoor environments.

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

  • $21.10 to $29.00 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

About this role

Summary

Operate yard loader equipment, load trucks, inspect equipment, maintain safety, support operations

Job title

Yard Loader Operator

Experience level

none

Industry

construction materials

Location requirements

On-site in Walterboro, SC; no remote work

Salary

$21.10 to $29.00 per hour

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

heavy equipment operationsafety

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

heavy equipmentmaterial handling
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site