Equipment Operator (days) | Garwood Sand & Gravel, Garwood, Tx at Martin Marietta Materials in Garwood, Texas

Job Description:

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials - including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta'sMagnesia Specialtiesbusiness produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.


At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest - those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.


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What we offer:

• Competitive hourly pay with OT opportunities


• Annual Pay Increases


• PTO Available as of DAY ONE


• Opportunities to grow with company


• Guaranteed to be home every day


• 401(k) plan with company match


• Employee Pension plan (at no cost to employees)


• Full Medical, Health & Wellness Benefits start on FIRST DAY

Job Description



Under the immediate direction of the Plant Manager, the Equipment Operator safely operates plant mobile heavy equipment to include haul truck, motor grader, water truck, crane, dozer, tractor scraper, etc. to bring raw materials from pit to plant in a safe and efficient manner at maximum loading capacity.



This position is located in Garwood, TX.






Essential Functions

• Must be able to or willing to learn to operate all other mobile equipment, including haul truck, motor grader, tractor scraper, water truck, loader and dozer.


• Assist in plant repairs and clean-up.


• Perform pre-shift safety inspection on equipment.


• Perform preventative maintenance and service mobile equipment. Report needed repairs to shop personnel.


• Responsible for good housekeeping of equipment.


• Adhere to MSHA and plant safety rules and regulations.


• Perform duties with minimum supervision.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.


• Prefer 3-5 years experience operating heavy mobile equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to read equipment operating manual.


• Must be able to complete pre-shift inspection report.


• Must be able to communicate in English on radio or CB.


• Possess basic mathematical aptitude to complete daily reports.


• Must be able to wear all required safety equipment.


• Must be able to perform duties in a safe manner.


• Must be able to read and interpret gauges.


• Proven ability to work in a TEAM environment.

Physical Requirements

• Must have good hand/eye coordination and be able to operate hand/foot controls.


• Possess good vision to perceive depth at close range and distances up to 150 feet.


• Must be able to limb on and off equipment to operate and service.


• Must be able to bend, stoop, climb and reach around mobile equipment.


• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.


• Must be able to sit and operate equipment for long periods up to 10+ hours per day.


• Must work outside in all weather conditions consistent with extreme ambient temperatures: heat, cold, wetness, dryness, dust, and noisy conditions.


• Must be able to work at various heights.

Working Conditions



Larger equipment is typically air conditioned. There will be times when outside assignments that may require periods of work in all weather conditions-heat, cold, wet or dry. May have exposure to dust, sand, gravel, diesel exhaust, etc.



In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:



• Medical


• Prescription Drug


• Dental


• Vision


• Health Care Reimbursement Account


• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account


• Wellness Programs


• Employee Assistance Plan


• Paid Holidays and Vacation


• 401(k) with Company matching


• Pension


• Salary Continuation - Short-Term Disability


• Long-Term Disability Options


• Employee Life Insurance


• Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance


• Business Travel Accident Insurance


• Direct Deposit Payroll


• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan


• College Scholarship Program - for dependent children


• Matching Gift Program


• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans


At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celeb/rate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Apply Now