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.

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.
• Diagnose, Repair, Maintain and Inspect Mobile Equipment
  • Research, analyze and correct equipment malfunctions.
  • Make decisions on actions to take to resolve problems.
  • Participate in manufacturer and internal training classes.
  • Resolve technical and repetitive problems.
  • Capable of in-depth electrical, hydraulic and power train related troubleshooting using prescribed tools, guidelines and proper documentation.
  • Train others on parts reusability guidelines.
• 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.
  • Maintain company supplied tooling and equipment, including a company provided service vehicle.
• 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 You'll Need:

• Skills
  • Self-starter and able to work independently
  • Strong communication & interpersonal skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Willingness to train apprentices and journeymen
  • Valid CDL required; ability to travel to various locations in Illinois
• Experience
  • Minimum 10 years' experience in the shop/field or equivalent previous employer Equivalency is subject to a written acceptance by management. (qualifications listed and presented)
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, formal technical trades program certification
• Knowledge
  • Strong troubleshooting and failure analysis skills
  • Must comprehend computer-based programs (SIS, ET, MyKomatsu, ProSis, etc.)
  • Keep current with industry standards
    • Proven Completion of Cat Certified Field Service Technician DPC assessment tests:
    • Power-train and Engine DPC Skill Gap Analysis /System Certification
    • Electrical/ Electronics DPC Skill Gap Analysis /System Certification
    • Hydraulics DPC Skill Gap Analysis /System Certification
    • *A 70% score or better is needed to comply with this requirement
      
• 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
    
• Additional Responsibilities.
  • Assist others in using failure analysis
  • Provide feedback internally to drive change sufficient to meet company demands
  • Help train and mentor apprentices and journeymen mechanics
  • Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction, with excellent work ethic, neat appearance and good communication skills
  • Use safe working practices in conjunction with all company safety policies and training.
  • Must maintain a Class "B" CDL

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.
  
  • The 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
    
• Training and Development.
  
  • We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals, as a key part of our business
    
  • Create troubleshooting aids for internal mechanics to use
    
  • Continual training on company owned equipment from the manufacturer

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.