Dozer Operator

Vulcan Materials Company; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Materials Company seeks a Dozer Operator in Chattanooga, TN to prioritize safety and operate mobile equipment for loading aggregates. The role involves maintaining material stockpiles, performing inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Join a company committed to safety, teamwork, and community impact through meaningful work.

Benefits

Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Training and Development Programs

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience operating loaders and dozers in a plant environment preferred.
• Solid knowledge of OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations.
• Ability to work outside in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate loaders to load aggregates and maintain an adequate feed of materials.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of mobile equipment.
• Monitor plant operations and report necessary maintenance.

Skills

Safety Knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Hazard Recognition

Education

Valid Driver's License

Job description

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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.

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

Champion Safety . Take an active role in prioritizing safety for yourself and others throughout the operation at all times in accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards. Follow established traffic patterns, avoiding hazardous conditions and immediately reporting unsafe ones.

Operate Mobile Equipment Loaders . Operate mobile equipment loaders to load aggregates for processing, feed the plant, and safely load customers’ trucks with desired specification product within legal load limits. Operate a loader to strip and prep the mining site and push material closer to the feeder for processing.

Monitor Materials. Maintain an adequate feed of materials and maintain stockpiles. Visually inspect materials for compliance with specifications.

Perform Inspections and Maintenance . Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections and accurately complete daily mobile equipment reports. Observe the plant and report any necessary maintenance or adjustments that may be required. Clean yard and plant areas. Participate in maintenance, repair, and general plant housekeeping activities.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings. Monitor the plant and operations and report any necessary maintenance or adjustments to ensure safety.

Skills You’ll Need

Experience. 2 years of experience operating loaders and dozers in a plant environment preferred.

Functional and Safety Knowledge. Must have a solid knowledge and understanding of the equipment's capabilities and specifications of different finished materials. Must recognize various products by sight and understand proper plant operation. Must have a solid knowledge and understanding of OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations. Must have hazard recognition skills.

Flexibility. Must be able 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.

Ready to Drive. Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Interpersonal Skills. Must have good communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment. Must respond to inquiries promptly and follow through to address issues.

About

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 impacts daily lives – and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are 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. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

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.

Job

Heavy Equipment Driver/Operator

Primary Location

Tennessee-Chattanooga

Organization

GM - EAST TN

Schedule

Full-time

Job Posting

Jun 18, 2025, 12:26:13 PM

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Mining

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