Plant Maintenance Technician

Plant Maintenance Technician (2500036Y)

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.

The Plant Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining site reliability by performing high‑quality inspections, troubleshooting basic preventative maintenance (PM) tasks, and executing routine maintenance with no supervision. This role includes replacing basic components and assisting in minimizing unplanned downtime through proactive maintenance efforts.

• Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols, including wearing appropriate PPE, and following MSHA/OSHA regulations.
• Maintain a high level of situational awareness to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of yourself and others.
• Report any safety concerns, incidents, or equipment malfunctions promptly.

• Follow a preventative maintenance schedule for equipment to avoid unexpected breakdowns, which might involve component changes, tear‑downs, and rebuilds.
• Inspect and replace key components that are crucial for maintaining efficient plant operations.
• Troubleshoot the root cause of simple issues quickly and efficiently. Fix minor equipment issues immediately to avoid larger breakdowns and ensure minimal downtime.

• Monitor equipment performance, such as crushers, screens, and conveyors, to ensure equipment is operating at full capacity.
• Review and update equipment logs to identify patterns in maintenance needs and determine if any equipment is being overused or consistently breaking down, adjusting the operational schedule, or suggesting repairs before larger issues arose.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience in operations, preferably within the aggregate industry.

Certifications/Licenses: Valid Driver's License.

• Strong understanding of safety protocols and MSHA/OSHA regulations.
• Strong understanding of plant operations and maintenance requirements.
• Proficiency in conducting thorough inspections of all site areas.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic PM and maintenance issues.
• Knowledge of component replacement and its impact on plant performance.
• Ability to independently perform routine maintenance and component changes.
• Detail‑oriented approach to inspections and identifying potential failures.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for basic mechanical and operational issues.
• Effective collaboration with team members to support plant operations.
• Dependable, safety‑conscious, and able to work effectively within a team.
• Proactive mindset in minimizing unplanned downtime and improving reliability.

• Salary: $40.37 per hour, prescribed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
• Full benefits package including health insurance, a pension plan, paid vacation.
• This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

• Great Company Culture: A competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open‑mindedness, and communication.
• Safe:
  Industry leader in health and safety standards.
• Meaningful Work:
  Our aggregates are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.
• Health Benefits:
  
  Medical, Dental, and 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…