Journeyman Welder

Vulcan Materials Company; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Plant Operations professional to join their team in Birmingham, Alabama. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact by prioritizing safety and excellence in operations. You will be responsible for inspecting and diagnosing equipment, planning and executing welding tasks, and contributing to a culture that values teamwork and development. Join a company committed to health and safety standards, where your work directly influences the construction of vital infrastructure across the nation. Embrace a rewarding career that not only fosters personal growth but also contributes to building a better future.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Programs

Paid Vacation

401(k) with Company Match

Training and Development Programs

Qualifications

• 15 years of fabrication experience with welding expertise.
• Extensive knowledge of fitting and fabrication accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety and comply with MSHA and Vulcan standards.
• Inspect, diagnose, and perform repairs on mobile and plant equipment.
• Plan and execute welding and fabrication tasks from blueprints.

Skills

Leadership

Fabrication Experience

Welding

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Job description

Description

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:

• 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.
• Inspect and Diagnose: Inspect and diagnose repair and maintenance of mobile and plant equipment.
• Plan Jobs: Plan, organize, weld, fit, and layout construction and repair jobs from blueprints. Fabricate structural components according to company standards. Fitting and welding according to blueprints.
• Welding: Stick and Dual Shield Welding. Weld materials in flat, vertical, and overhead positions. Cut materials using air arcs, burning rods, and acetylene/oxygen cutting torches to fit fabrication and job requirements. Perform welding repair and maintenance on stationary production-related equipment, machinery, and structures such as conveyors, crushers, elevators, drives, and screws.
• 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. Must have the ability to work at elevated heights.
• Problem Solving: Must be able to problem solve and make independent decisions regarding weld draws while fabricating and addressing other issues.
• Travel: In-state travel is required occasionally.

Qualifications

Skills You'll Need:

• Leadership: Provide leadership and coaching to other team members.
• Experience: 15 years of Fabrication Experience. Must have welding experience. Must be able to perform brazing, welding, arc welding, and cutting tasks.
• Functional Knowledge: Must have extensive knowledge of fitting, welding, and fabrication finishing accuracy.
  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 that the work we do impacts daily lives - and every employee contributes. The aggregates we produce 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 as a key part of our business, helping our employees meet their goals.

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.

Job Details:

• Position: Plant Operations
• Primary Location: Alabama-Birmingham
• Organization: GM - SGD OH & SRV
• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Posting Date: Apr 15, 2025, 7:01:19 PM