Dozer Operator

Vulcan Materials Company; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in construction aggregates seeks dedicated heavy equipment operators to join their team. This role focuses on promoting safety, operating heavy machinery, and ensuring equipment maintenance to support vital infrastructure projects across the country. With a commitment to employee development and a culture that values teamwork and communication, this position offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to building roads, schools, and hospitals. If you are passionate about making a difference and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Paid Vacation

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Training and Development Programs

Personal Floating Days

Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy construction equipment is preferred.
• Knowledge of servicing heavy construction equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety throughout the operation for yourself and others.
• Safely operate off-highway equipment to transport materials.
• Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Equipment Maintenance

Safety Compliance

Flexibility to Work Overtime

Job description

Job Description

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.

We foster a dynamic culture that encourages career development, rewards excellence, and values diversity. Every member of the Vulcan team lives by the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

What You’ll Do

1. Promote Safety: Prioritize safety throughout the operation for yourself and others, in accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards.
2. Operate Heavy Equipment: Safely operate off-highway equipment to transport raw materials and/or finished products throughout the facility.
3. Inspect Equipment: Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete relevant documentation accurately.
4. Maintain Equipment: Check vehicle fluid levels, add correct fluids, and assist with minor maintenance to ensure equipment performance.
5. Monitor Processes and Surroundings: Monitor plant operations and report maintenance or adjustments needed for safety.
6. Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills You’ll Need

• Previous experience operating heavy construction equipment is preferred.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of operating and servicing heavy construction equipment is preferred.
• Flexibility to work overtime and extended hours as needed, and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and tolerate loud noises.

What You’ll Like About Us

• Great Company Culture: We value trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.
• Safety: Industry leader in health and safety standards, committed to creating a safe work environment.
• Meaningful Work: Our products are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing across the U.S.
• Rest and Relaxation: Paid vacation, personal floating days, and holidays.
• Prepare for the Future: 401(k) plan with company match.
• Training and Development: Programs to support employee growth and goal achievement.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to a diverse workforce and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or medical needs related to pregnancy or childbirth.