General Laborer

Vulcan Materials Company • Washington, DC

21h • Onsite

About The Position

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. Joining Vulcan means starting an exciting career where you make a difference for millions of people daily. The company fosters a dynamic culture that encourages career development, rewards excellence, and values diversity. Every team member adheres to the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

Requirements

• 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.
• Must have some knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in the aggregate or construction industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of general principles and practices of industrial maintenance, construction, or aggregate production is preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Perform General Physical Activities. Perform a variety of tasks assisting with the operation of the plant, including using hand tools, cleaning, washing, sweeping, and shoveling materials.
• Repair and Maintain Equipment. Assist co-workers in the servicing, repairing, and adjusting of various pieces of equipment throughout the plant.
• Inspect Equipment and Structures. Perform daily inspections and maintenance of the plant equipment in order to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations that maximize production and minimize interruptions.
• Operate Vehicles and Equipment. Operate heavy construction equipment or similar types of cleanup loaders in order to assist with the operation of the plant.
• Additional Responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• At Vulcan Materials Company, we are focused on improving our employees' work-life balance. We understand the impact of weekly fluctuating work hours or lack of hours for our full-time Ready-Mix employees. As part of our commitment, we have implemented a Year-Round 30-hour Weekly Guarantee to ensure our employees receive more consistent work hours and are not impacted when there is a lack of work due to weather or other business conditions.
• Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.
• Industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.
• What sets us apart is the work we do impact daily lives – and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.
• Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more.
• Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match and contribution.
• We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees