The Day-to-Day

  • Operate heavy equipment of varying sizes and weights safely and efficiently.
  • Follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA safety regulations.
  • Report equipment issues to the Foreperson, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or HR.
  • Adhere to Foreperson’s instructions for tasks and expectations on each project.
  • Conduct daily pre-and-post inspections with proper documentation as per company policy.
  • Perform minor maintenance and servicing; escalate major issues to the supervisor.
  • Assist in training newer employees on equipment operation, maintenance, and safety.
  • Maintain regular, predictable attendance.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills You Need

  • Knowledge of operating heavy equipment, construction materials, methods, and tools.
  • Familiarity with safety precautions in equipment operations and construction sites.
  • Understanding of trenching and shoring standards.
  • Ability to safely operate equipment in various conditions.
  • Basic literacy and numeracy for record-keeping and reading project documents.
  • Proficiency in verbal and written communication.
  • Skill in handling complex machinery, requiring sound judgment and independence.
  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • 1-2 years of experience in heavy equipment operation required.

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Pass pre-employment physical, drug screening, and criminal background check.
  • Strict adherence to safety protocols as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
  • Willing to work collaboratively, assisting co-workers or supervisors as needed.
  • Maintain a valid driver’s license that meets state requirements (CDL Class A/B with possible hazmat and tanker endorsements).
  • Flexibility to travel and work nights or weekends when required.
  • Wear PPE in designated areas (e.g., face shield, safety shoes, coveralls) as per OSHA/MSHA standards.
  • Ability to safely operate motor vehicles, including pickup trucks, under various conditions
  • Able to work on sites with occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic chemicals, moving mechanical parts, high places, weather conditions, and risk of electric shock.
  • Tolerate noise levels from moderate to loud.
  • Ability to sit for extended periods.
  • Vision requirements (with correction): close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
  • Climb ladders and work at heights as needed.
  • Work in all weather conditions.
  • Physically able to exert 10-20 lbs. constantly, 25-50 lbs. frequently, and up to 50-100 lbs. occasionally.

Growth Opportunities

Many of our foremen, supervisors, and managerial staff started out as laborers and heavy equipment operators. We believe in hitting the ground running, then building our employees from the ground up! Don’t just take our word for it, hear from one of our supervisors on how they took advantage of Texas Material’s upward mobility.

The Day-to-Day

  • Operate heavy equipment of varying sizes and weights safely and efficiently.
  • Follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA safety regulations.
  • Report equipment issues to the Foreperson, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or HR.
  • Adhere to Foreperson’s instructions for tasks and expectations on each project.
  • Conduct daily pre-and-post inspections with proper documentation as per company policy.
  • Perform minor maintenance and servicing; escalate major issues to the supervisor.
  • Assist in training newer employees on equipment operation, maintenance, and safety.
  • Maintain regular, predictable attendance.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills You Need

  • Knowledge of operating heavy equipment, construction materials, methods, and tools.
  • Familiarity with safety precautions in equipment operations and construction sites.
  • Understanding of trenching and shoring standards.
  • Ability to safely operate equipment in various conditions.
  • Basic literacy and numeracy for record-keeping and reading project documents.
  • Proficiency in verbal and written communication.
  • Skill in handling complex machinery, requiring sound judgment and independence.
  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • 1-2 years of experience in heavy equipment operation required.

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Pass pre-employment physical, drug screening, and criminal background check.
  • Strict adherence to safety protocols as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
  • Willing to work collaboratively, assisting co-workers or supervisors as needed.
  • Maintain a valid driver’s license that meets state requirements (CDL Class A/B with possible hazmat and tanker endorsements).
  • Flexibility to travel and work nights or weekends when required.
  • Wear PPE in designated areas (e.g., face shield, safety shoes, coveralls) as per OSHA/MSHA standards.
  • Ability to safely operate motor vehicles, including pickup trucks, under various conditions
  • Able to work on sites with occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic chemicals, moving mechanical parts, high places, weather conditions, and risk of electric shock.
  • Tolerate noise levels from moderate to loud.
  • Ability to sit for extended periods.
  • Vision requirements (with correction): close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
  • Climb ladders and work at heights as needed.
  • Work in all weather conditions.
  • Physically able to exert 10-20 lbs. constantly, 25-50 lbs. frequently, and up to 50-100 lbs. occasionally.

Growth Opportunities

Many of our foremen, supervisors, and managerial staff started out as laborers and heavy equipment operators. We believe in hitting the ground running, then building our employees from the ground up! Don’t just take our word for it, hear from one of our supervisors on how they took advantage of Texas Material’s upward mobility.

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