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About this Equipment Operator role at Heidelberg Materials

Heidelberg Materials · Onsite · Woodinville, WA
Line of Business: Recycling

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 a full concrete/asphalt recycling plant including jaw and HSI crushers, multi‑deck screens, magnets, and conveyor systems.
  • Manage plant sequencing, adjust crusher settings and feed rates, and maintain product quality through real‑time material assessment.
  • Monitor plant performance, troubleshoot issues to reduce downtime, and identify/manage inbound material contamination.
  • Perform routine and preventive maintenance including belt tracking/splicing, idler/roller and bearing changes, screen media replacement, lubrication, and HSI blow bar work.
  • Support safe and efficient operations by operating loaders/excavators, conducting pre‑operational inspections, participating in safety planning, and maintaining clean, compliant work areas.

What Are We Looking For

  • Over 3 years of experience operating crushing and screening equipment in aggregate, recycling, or mining environments.
  • Skilled in independently troubleshooting and performing routine maintenance on plant machinery.
  • Solid understanding of how crusher settings, feed rates, and screen configurations influence product quality and production efficiency.
  • Proficient in welding and fabrication, and capable of operating loaders and excavators to support plant operations.
  • Demonstrates strong situational awareness, adherence to safety practices, and reliable communication, attendance, and task follow‑through.

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
  • Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to apply. Verification of age will be required as a condition of employment. 

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

  • $29.93 to $45.77 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 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


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About Heidelberg Materials

Shaping the future, building successes Heidelberg Materials – your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions – setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re s

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