Diesel Mechanic

Diesel Mechanic at Vulcan Materials Company

Build Your Career. Build America’s Future.

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.

• 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 to maximize performance and limit downtime.
• Inspect Equipment and Material:
  Inspect all mobile equipment to identify and troubleshoot the cause of errors, and perform repairs when necessary.
• Handle and Move Objects:
  Handle, install, position, and move parts, materials, and industrial hand tools safely throughout the shop and plant.
• Document and Record Information:
  Ensure correct and accurate documentation is completed daily and monthly regarding all mobile equipment; enter and maintain service reports in written or electronic form.
• Operate Equipment:
  Assist in driving heavy equipment and vehicles throughout the plant when necessary to ensure production continues efficiently.
• Perform General Physical
  
  Activities:
  
  Perform activities that require moving your whole body and considerable use of arms and legs, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
• Additional Responsibilities – Other duties as assigned.

• Industrial or construction welding.
• Experience with excavators, dozers, backhoes, loaders, and haul trucks.
• Familiarity with CAT, Empire, Vermeer, Volvo, Deere, Komatsu, and other similar manufacturers.
• Knowledge of best practices related to using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment; general knowledge of occupational hazards involved in welding.
• Knowledge of general principles and practices of servicing heavy construction equipment.

• Tier 4 Finals – on Heavy Equipment Standards.
• Troubleshooting.
• Understanding diagnostic and heavy equipment computer‑based troubleshooting.
• Engine.
• Hydraulics.
• Electronics.

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

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

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. The work we do impacts daily lives – every employee contributes to building 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 provide development programs to help employees meet their goals, as a key part of our business.

The salary is prescribed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Candidates will be placed according to union contract salary scale at $52.73 per hour.

• Full benefits package including health insurance, a pension plan, paid vacation.
• This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

NOTICE TO TEMPORARY STAFFING AGENCIES, PLACEMENT SERVICES AND PROFESSIONAL RECRUITERS

Vulcan Materials Company has an internal recruiting department. Please review our policy as it relates to the use of temporary staffing agencies, placement services and professional recruiters.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Mining