Night Shift Mechanic Trainee

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

• Assist with preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on quarry mobile and stationary equipment.
• Support troubleshooting of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to minimize downtime.
• Learn and apply safe maintenance practices while following company and regulatory standards.
• Perform equipment lubrication, parts replacement, and housekeeping activities in maintenance areas.
• Work closely with experienced mechanics to develop technical skills and support daily plant operations.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn equipment maintenance and repair techniques.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and basic diagnostic equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail and a commitment to quality work.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate professionally with coworkers.
• Willingness to learn, follow safety procedures, and adapt to changing operational needs.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug screen, and background check.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and able to comply with all company safety requirements.

Work Environment

• Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

Physical Demands of the Job

• Frequently required to stand, walk, climb ladders and stairs, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and work in confined spaces.
• Regularly lift, carry, push, and pull materials, tools, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; occasionally move heavier items with assistance or mechanical lifting devices.
• Work at elevated heights and around moving mechanical equipment while maintaining awareness of surroundings.
• Use hands and arms for handling tools, operating equipment, and performing maintenance and repair tasks.
• Must be able to wear and utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and other protective gear as required.

What We Offer

• Starting pay $22.95 per hour DOE
• 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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