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Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career - you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country. 

When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

What You'll Do:

Promote Safety. Take an active role in prioritizing safety throughout the operation for yourself and others at all times in accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards. 

Repair and Maintain Mobile Equipment. Service, repair, adjust, and test all mobile equipment that operates throughout the plant in order to maximize performance and limit downtime. 

Inspect Equipment and Material. Inspect all mobile equipment to identify and troubleshoot the cause of errors. Perform repairs to address problems when necessary. 

Handle and Move Objects. Handle, install, position, and move parts, materials, and industrial hand tools in a safe manner throughout the shop and plant. 

Document and Record Information. Ensure correct and accurate documentation is completed on a daily and monthly basis regarding all mobile equipment. Enter and maintain service reports for all the mobile equipment in written or electronic form.

Operate Equipment. Assist in driving heavy equipment and vehicles throughout the plant when necessary in order to ensure production continues in an efficient manner. 

Perform General Physical Activities. Perform physical activities that require moving your whole body and considerable use of your arms and legs, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials. 

Additional Responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Experience you must have:

Experience. Previous Maintenance and Welding experience working on Industrial or heavy construction equipment referred to as Yellow Iron:

• Industrial or construction Welding

• Excavators

• Dozers

• Backhoes

• Loaders

• Haul trucks

Must be familiar with CAT, Empire, Vermeer, Volvo, Deere, Komatsu, and other similar companies. 

Knowledge of Best Practices. Must demonstrate knowledge of best practices related to using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment. General knowledge of the occupational hazards involved in welding is preferred. Knowledge of general principles and practices of servicing heavy construction equipment is a MUST.

• Tier 4 Finals -on Heavy Equipment Standards

• Troubleshooting

• Understand Diagnostic and Heavy Equipment Computer-based Troubleshooting

• Engine

• Hydraulics

• Electronics

Flexibility. Must be willing to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.

Mechanical Skills. Must have knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance.

What You'll Like About Us:

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.

Safe. Industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the work we do impact daily lives - and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.

Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals, as a key part of our business.

 Salary Range. The base hourly range for this role is between $50.00 - $60.00 per hour. This range is not inclusive of our discretionary bonus or equity package.  When determining a candidate's compensation, we consider a number of factors, including skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data.  

Vulcan Materials is an equal opportunity employer.