Diesel Fleet Mechanic

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and take an active role in prioritizing safety throughout the operation for yourself and others at all times in accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards
• Follow all safety, lock out tag out, and environmental rules and procedures
• Service, repair, adjust, maintain, and test Concrete Ready Mix Trucks and support equipment
• Perform routine preventative maintenance such as lubricating, adjustments, failure analysis, and corrective actions for repairs
• Repair hydraulic hoses, lighting, brakes, suspension, and AC work
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area
• Inspect all mobile equipment to identify and troubleshoot the cause of errors
• Diagnose defects and perform repairs to address problems when necessary
• Create work orders on all repairs and services, providing legible and accurate information for all work performed
• Communicate with personnel to ensure proper, safe, and preventative vehicle maintenance
• Use various equipment, such as cutting torch, air and hand tools, jacks, grinders, and drill press
• 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
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Previous experience in the mechanical field is required
• MED HVY Truck ASE Certification is preferred
• Must be able to read memos, instructions, and communicate verbally with fellow employees to solve problems
• Must be able to add, subtract, and know basic units of measurement
• 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

Benefits

• Year-Round 30-hour Weekly Guarantee for more consistent work hours
• Shift Differential: Night Shift employees paid an additional 10% on base pay for designated hours
• Great company culture with competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication
• Industry leader in health and safety standards
• Meaningful work impacting daily lives – aggregates used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more
• Rest and Relaxation: Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays
• Prepare for the Future: 401(k) with company match and contribution
• Training and Development programs to help employees meet their goals

Pay

Hourly range: $28.25 - $46.86. This range is not inclusive of discretionary bonus or equity package. Compensation considers skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data. Employee Referral Eligible with $1,500 Sign-On Bonus.