General Laborer

Vulcan Materials Company; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a General Laborer to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in ensuring safety and efficiency in operations, involving a variety of tasks from equipment maintenance to operating heavy machinery. The company prides itself on its commitment to safety and excellence, providing a supportive environment where every employee's contribution matters. If you are ready to build a meaningful career while impacting communities across the nation, this opportunity is for you. Join a culture that values teamwork, development, and a commitment to safety, and help shape the future of construction in America.

Benefits

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid vacation and personal floating days

401(k) with company match

Training and Development programs

Safe work environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the aggregate or construction industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of general principles of industrial maintenance is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and perform general physical activities at the plant.
• Operate heavy construction equipment and assist in maintenance tasks.

Skills

Experience in aggregate or construction industry

Knowledge of industrial maintenance

Flexibility to work overtime

Mechanical skills with industrial tools

Job description

General Laborer - 250000EL

Employee Referral Eligible

Build Your Career. Build America's Future.

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregate-based construction materials, including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. Joining Vulcan is 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:

1. Promote Safety: In accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards, take an active role in prioritizing safety for yourself and others throughout the operation at all times.
2. Perform General Physical Activities: Perform various tasks assisting with the operation of the plant, including using hand tools, cleaning, washing, sweeping, and shoveling materials.
3. Repair and Maintain Equipment: Assist co-workers in servicing, repairing, and adjusting various pieces of equipment throughout the plant.
4. Inspect Equipment and Structures: Perform daily inspections and maintenance of plant equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations that maximize production and minimize interruptions.
5. Operate Vehicles and Equipment: Operate heavy construction equipment or similar cleanup loaders to assist with plant operation.
6. Additional Responsibilities: Other duties as assigned.

Skills You’ll Need:

1. Experience: Previous experience in the aggregate or construction industry is preferred.
2. Knowledge of Best Practices: Knowledge of general principles and practices of industrial maintenance, construction, or aggregate production is preferred.
3. 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.
4. Mechanical Skills: Must have some knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance.

What You’ll Like About Us:

1. Hourly Range: The hourly range for this role is between $23.88 and $31.60. This range does not include our discretionary bonus or equity package. When determining a candidate’s compensation, we consider several factors, including skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data.
2. Great Company Culture: Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.
3. Safe: We are an industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.
4. Meaningful Work: What sets us apart is that our work impacts daily lives – and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.
5. Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision programs, plus much more.
6. Rest and Relaxation: Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.
7. Prepare for the Future: 401(k) with company match and contribution.
8. Training and Development: We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

This is a Safety Sensitive Role.

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.

NOTICE TO TEMPORARY STAFFING AGENCIES, PLACEMENT SERVICES, AND PROFESSIONAL RECRUITERS: Vulcan Materials Company has an internal recruiting department. Please review our policy regarding using temporary staffing agencies, placement services, and professional recruiters.

Job Details

Primary Location: GM - VA/MD/PA/DE

Schedule: Full-time

Job Posting Date: Feb 21, 2025, 8:03:23 PM

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vulcan Materials Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law from discrimination.

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