Mechanic Trainee (2nd Shift)

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 troubleshooting, inspecting, and maintaining mechanical equipment to support safe and reliable operations.
• Perform basic repairs and component replacements under the guidance of experienced mechanics.
• Support routine preventive maintenance tasks to minimize equipment downtime.
• Learn to safely use tools, equipment, and diagnostic instruments required for mechanical work.
• Participate in shift handoffs, safety checks, and housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe work area.

What Are We Looking For

• Interest in developing mechanical knowledge and hands-on repair skills.
• Ability to follow direction, learn new processes, and apply mechanical concepts.
• Commitment to working safely around heavy equipment and industrial environments.
• Strong problem-solving approach and willingness to contribute to team goals.
• Reliability in meeting shift expectations, including 2nd shift schedule requirements.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.
• Some positions require FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing.

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

• $24.60 to $27.04 per hour
• 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 Saving 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

As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.