Equipment Operator – Traveling Grading Crew (Iowa/Nebraska)

Description

Looking for a hands-on role where no two days are the same?

Martin Marietta is hiring dependable, safety-focused Equipment Operators to join our Traveling Grading Crew, supporting site prep, stripping, and grading operations that drive major infrastructure and mining projects.

Based out of Earlham, IA, this role includes up to 75% travel to sites across Iowa and Nebraska. For assignments more than 30 miles from Earlham, employees receive paid drive time, mileage reimbursement, and a $175/day per diem for overnight stays.

The primary responsibility is operating an articulated 6-wheel truck, with opportunities to be cross-trained (or trained) on additional equipment, including haul trucks, motor graders, loaders, and water trucks. Operators also assist with general site maintenance and repairs to keep operations running smoothly.

If you enjoy working outdoors, operating heavy equipment, and being part of a reliable, close-knit crew that takes pride in their work—you’ll fit right in.

Essential Functions:

- Safely operate an articulated 6-wheel truck and other heavy equipment as needed

- Assist in plant repairs and general clean-up

- Perform pre-shift safety inspections on equipment

- Perform preventative maintenance and service equipment; report needed repairs

- Maintain good housekeeping on and around equipment

- Follow MSHA and plant safety rules and regulations

- Perform duties with minimal supervision

Minimum Education and Experience:

- High school diploma or GED equivalent required

- Experience is a plus but we will train the right candidate

- Bi-lingual is a plus

Working Conditions:

- Most larger equipment is air-conditioned

- Some assignments may require work in all weather conditions (heat, cold, wet, or dry)

- May be exposed to dust, sand, gravel, diesel exhaust, and other environmental conditions

Benefits start on DAY 1!

- Medical (BCBS)

- Dental (MetLife)

- Vision (VSP)

- Company-matched 401K

- Company-provided pension

- Paid Time Off (15 days annually)

- And much more!

AAP/EEO Statement:

Martin Marietta will provide equal opportunities to all employees and all applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, marital status, United States military veteran's status, or mental or physical disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of duties or responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice

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's Magnesia Specialties business 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.

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 celebrate 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.