Yard Loader Operator / Yard Worker – Ready-Mix & Aggregates
Shelby Materials, Thorntown, IN, United States
Yard Loader / Yard Worker – Ready-Mix & Aggregates
Location: Lebanon, IN
Job Type: Full-Time | In-person | No Travel
Reports to: Plant Manager / Operations Supervisor
Pay: $23-$27 per hour + bonus eligibility + overtime opportunities
Position Overview
Shelby Materials is hiring a Yard Loader / Yard Worker to support our Lebanon, IN operations by moving, loading, and managing aggregate materials and maintaining an organized, safe yard. This role is essential to keeping production running smoothly, making sure the right materials are available when the plant needs them.
This is a hands‑on job for someone who is dependable, safety-focused, and comfortable working around heavy equipment in outdoor conditions.
Why Work at Shelby Materials?
As a Yard Loader / Yard Worker at Shelby Materials, you'll enjoy:
Competitive Hourly Pay
– With opportunities for overtime.
Generous 401(k) Plans
– Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with one of the industry's highest employer matches.
Affordable Health Insurance
– Zero‑Premium High‑Deductible Health Plan available, in addition to low premium, low deductible and PPO plans.
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Wellness Program
– Company match and participation contributions into your HSA account.
Generous Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
Employer-Provided PPE and Safety Gear
– PPE, high‑visibility workwear, and more.
About the Role
Most days you'll be loading plant bins/hoppers, managing stockpiles, and keeping the yard organized and safe. You'll work closely with plant personnel to keep materials flowing and production on schedule.
Key Responsibilities
Operate a wheel loader, dump truck and other equipment strictly on site to move materials safely and efficiently.
Load aggregate materials into bins, and designated stockpile areas.
Monitor and sort incoming aggregates and help maintain material separation/organization.
Coordinate with plant personnel to supply proper materials according to the production schedule.
Perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventive maintenance; report mechanical issues promptly.
Maintain strong housekeeping standards, keep the yard, stockpiles, returned concrete and loading areas clean and organized.
Set up and maintain block forms daily to handle returned concrete.
Promote and maintain a safe work environment and wear required task‑specific PPE at all times.
Yard Loader / Yard Worker Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Comfortable operating heavy equipment (wheel loader/dump truck) preferred: ready‑mix, aggregates, construction, or similar environments a plus.
Ability to perform basic equipment inspections and minor troubleshooting.
Strong safety mindset and ability to follow policies and procedures.
Reliable attendance and strong work ethic; able to work as part of a team.
Good communication skills with plant personnel, drivers, and supervisors.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This role is performed in an active plant/yard environment and includes:
Outdoor work in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, dust, humidity).
Working around moving equipment, vehicles, and mobile machinery.
Lifting/pushing/pulling materials and tools as needed up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work extended shifts, some Saturdays, and overtime when required during peak season.
About Shelby Materials
Founded on Veterans Day in 1951 and based in Shelbyville, Indiana, Shelby Materials has 12 locations serving Central Indiana. We supply ready‑mix concrete and aggregate materials for projects ranging from infrastructure and industrial builds to commercial and residential construction.
If you're ready to build your career with a trusted local company, apply today.
Background Check Required
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Location: Lebanon, IN
Job Type: Full-Time | In-person | No Travel
Reports to: Plant Manager / Operations Supervisor
Pay: $23-$27 per hour + bonus eligibility + overtime opportunities
Position Overview
Shelby Materials is hiring a Yard Loader / Yard Worker to support our Lebanon, IN operations by moving, loading, and managing aggregate materials and maintaining an organized, safe yard. This role is essential to keeping production running smoothly, making sure the right materials are available when the plant needs them.
This is a hands‑on job for someone who is dependable, safety-focused, and comfortable working around heavy equipment in outdoor conditions.
Why Work at Shelby Materials?
As a Yard Loader / Yard Worker at Shelby Materials, you'll enjoy:
Competitive Hourly Pay
– With opportunities for overtime.
Generous 401(k) Plans
– Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with one of the industry's highest employer matches.
Affordable Health Insurance
– Zero‑Premium High‑Deductible Health Plan available, in addition to low premium, low deductible and PPO plans.
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Wellness Program
– Company match and participation contributions into your HSA account.
Generous Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
Employer-Provided PPE and Safety Gear
– PPE, high‑visibility workwear, and more.
About the Role
Most days you'll be loading plant bins/hoppers, managing stockpiles, and keeping the yard organized and safe. You'll work closely with plant personnel to keep materials flowing and production on schedule.
Key Responsibilities
Operate a wheel loader, dump truck and other equipment strictly on site to move materials safely and efficiently.
Load aggregate materials into bins, and designated stockpile areas.
Monitor and sort incoming aggregates and help maintain material separation/organization.
Coordinate with plant personnel to supply proper materials according to the production schedule.
Perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventive maintenance; report mechanical issues promptly.
Maintain strong housekeeping standards, keep the yard, stockpiles, returned concrete and loading areas clean and organized.
Set up and maintain block forms daily to handle returned concrete.
Promote and maintain a safe work environment and wear required task‑specific PPE at all times.
Yard Loader / Yard Worker Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Comfortable operating heavy equipment (wheel loader/dump truck) preferred: ready‑mix, aggregates, construction, or similar environments a plus.
Ability to perform basic equipment inspections and minor troubleshooting.
Strong safety mindset and ability to follow policies and procedures.
Reliable attendance and strong work ethic; able to work as part of a team.
Good communication skills with plant personnel, drivers, and supervisors.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This role is performed in an active plant/yard environment and includes:
Outdoor work in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, dust, humidity).
Working around moving equipment, vehicles, and mobile machinery.
Lifting/pushing/pulling materials and tools as needed up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work extended shifts, some Saturdays, and overtime when required during peak season.
About Shelby Materials
Founded on Veterans Day in 1951 and based in Shelbyville, Indiana, Shelby Materials has 12 locations serving Central Indiana. We supply ready‑mix concrete and aggregate materials for projects ranging from infrastructure and industrial builds to commercial and residential construction.
If you're ready to build your career with a trusted local company, apply today.
Background Check Required
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