Heavy Equipment Operator

Vulcan Materials Company; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Materials Company seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator in Knoxville, TN, responsible for operating and maintaining heavy construction equipment. Join a culture of excellence, safety, and meaningful work that impacts daily lives by helping build essential infrastructures.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Personal floating days

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Training and development programs

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating heavy construction equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of best practices for operating and servicing.
• Must work outside in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety throughout the operation.
• Operate off-highway equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Experience operating heavy construction equipment

Knowledge of operating and servicing practices

Flexibility to work overtime

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.

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.

Operate Heavy Equipment. Safely operate off-highway equipment to transport raw materials and/or finished products throughout the facility in a safe and efficient manner.

Inspect Equipment. Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections and accurately complete daily mobile equipment reports and other relevant documentation.

Maintain Equipment. Maintain equipment performance by checking vehicle fluid levels, adding the correct fluids as necessary, and assisting in performing other minor maintenance.

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

Additional Responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.

Skills You’ll Need:

Experience. Previous experience operating heavy construction equipment is preferred.

Knowledge of Best Practices. Knowledge of general principles and practices of operating and servicing heavy construction equipment is preferred.

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.

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 .

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 key parts 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.

NOTICE TO TEMPORARY STAFFING AGENCIES, PLACEMENT SERVICES AND PROFESSIONAL RECRUITERS

Vulcan Materials Company has an internal recruiting department. Please review our policy as it relates to the use of temporary staffing agencies, placement services and professional recruiters.

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Organization

Organization

GM - EAST TN

Schedule

Schedule

Full-time

Job Posting

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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