Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Field)

Vulcan Materials Company • Maryville, TN

25d

About The Position

Vulcan Materials Company is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to maintain, diagnose, and repair its fleet of earthmoving and road-building equipment. The role supports state, county, and local Department of Transportation roadway and highway construction projects across the region, helping ensure equipment uptime and operational safety in field conditions and at a centralized shop.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of hands-on heavy equipment mechanic experience in civil, highway, or aggregate production settings, or a combination of vocational school/training and experience.
• Proficiency with diagnostic software such as CAT ET, Volvo Tech Tool, or similar OBD/CAN-bus systems.
• Ability to read hydraulic schematics and troubleshoot 12/24V electrical systems.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record; must maintain a valid driver's license.
• Willingness to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands.
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather and tolerate loud noise.
• Ability to climb, lift, balance, walk, stoop, and handle materials, with considerable use of arms and legs.
• Knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance.
• Willingness to travel overnight as business demands.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and overhaul diesel engines, hydraulic systems, hydrostatic transmissions, electrical circuits, and ECU control systems.
• Conduct field service calls using a mobile lube/service vehicle and perform scheduled shop overhauls on heavy road-building equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance, including multi-point inspections, oil and fluid analysis, filter changes, and track and undercarriage servicing.
• Complete structural repairs, hardfacing, and component fabrication using MIG, TIG, and stick welding equipment as needed.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, state DOT, and environmental regulations concerning oil and fluid containment and equipment safety systems.
• Record diagnostic codes, work orders, parts usage, and repair history in computerized maintenance management software (CMMS).
• Prioritize safety for yourself and others throughout operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed