Yard Loader Operator
Plymouth Meeting, PA
- $23.61 p/hour
- Manufacturing
- Full-time
- yard loader operator
- heavy equipment operator
- building materials
The Yard Loader Operator is responsible for safely operating heavy equipment to move, load, and manage building materials in a yard environment. The role includes routine equipment inspections, stockpile maintenance, and coordinating with dispatch and team members to ensure efficient loading operations. Candidates must demonstrate strong safety awareness, teamwork, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.
Line of Business: Other
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 to move and load materials safely and efficiently
- Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance
- Maintain stockpiles and ensure material is properly stored and accessible
- Communicate with dispatch and team members to coordinate loading activities
- Load customer trucks with different stone products
- Follow all safety procedures and contribute to a clean, organized yard
- Perform other duties as needed
What Are We Looking For
- Proven ability to operate heavy equipment with precision and care
- Strong commitment to safety and operational excellence
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, outdoor environment
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Dependable and self-motivated with attention to detail
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
- $23.61 per hour
- Benefits through the Union for Medical, Dental, Vision and Pension
- Union paid vacation, sick leave and 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.



