Job Information

Heidelberg Materials US, Inc. Second Shift Dredge Operator in Eagle Lake, Texas

AutoReqId: 19765BR

Pay Class: Hourly

Hourly Pay Rate: $26.00/hr DOE

Department: Operations

Line of Business: Aggregates

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Posting:

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a Second Shift Dredge Operator for our Sand and Gravel facility located in Eagle Lake, TX .

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.

What You'll Get To Do

The Dredge Operator will perform all machine servicing at manufacturer's required intervals. Responsible for keeping machine operated at full capability throughout the entire shift. Will perform all routine maintenance on machine at required intervals. Must have the ability to judge ladder depth to maintain product quality and tons per hour. Will safely travel across water from the bank to dredge in a work boat daily.

  • Conduct a complete pre-and post-shift safety inspection

  • Monitor density and flow meters to maintain maximum feed rate to the processing plant

  • Visually monitor production area for changes in material quality

  • Maintain dredge availability to meet or exceed planned efficiency goals

  • Ability to perform high levels of maintenance and servicing on dredge with little assistance

  • Communicate with plant operators when changes in feed rate or product quality occur

  • Communicate with plant management on all safety and maintenance needs

  • Perform cleanup and general maintenance on the dredge

  • Assist with plant repairs

  • Other job duties as assigned

What We Are Looking For

  • High school diploma required

  • 3 to 5 years of experience in mining or heavy construction environment required

  • 3 to 5 years of experience working on a dredge highly preferred

  • Knowledge of safety rules and regulations

  • Ability to lift 50 lbs

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Heidelberg Materials is a Drug Free Workplace

Employer Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled