Heidelberg Materials

Night Shift Mechanic Trainee

Garwood, TX Full time
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 inspecting, maintaining, and repairing equipment specific to sand and gravel plant operations.

  • Support troubleshooting of conveyors, crushers, screens, and other mechanical systems under guidance from experienced technicians.

  • Perform preventive maintenance tasks to ensure safe and efficient production flow.

  • Help identify equipment issues and communicate findings to the maintenance team.

  • Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, safe work area.

What Are We Looking For

  • Strong interest in developing mechanical skills and learning equipment used in sand and gravel plant operations.

  • Ability to follow instructions and work safely around moving machinery and production equipment.

  • Capability to perform physical tasks and work in varying environmental conditions.

  • Willingness to work collaboratively and take initiative in a training-focused role.

  • Reliable individual with problem-solving aptitude and effective communication skills.

Physical Demands

  • Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and work on elevated surfaces as needed to perform maintenance duties.

  • Capability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment as required, including handling tools and components in various plant areas.

  • Ability to work in physically demanding conditions, including extended periods of equipment inspection and movement across uneven or dusty terrain.

Conditions of Employment

  • Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug screen, and background check.

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

  • Starting pay $23.49 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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