Plant Maintenance Apprentice

Vulcan Materials Company • Springfield, TN

2d • 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. 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: This 12-month program is designed to provide hands-on experience and foundational knowledge necessary to pursue a career in industrial fixed plant maintenance within a heavy-duty, high-production environment. The successful candidate will work closely with our experienced maintenance team to learn the practical skills required to keep our crushing, screening, and conveying equipment operating safely and efficiently.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• A strong mechanical aptitude and eagerness to learn a skilled trade.
• Ability to work in a demanding industrial environment, which may include exposure to weather, dust, noise, and heavy equipment.
• Commitment to the full 12-month duration of the apprentice program.

Responsibilities

• Participate in routine inspection and preventative maintenance (PM) of fixed plant equipment (crushers, screens, conveyors, feeders).
• Learn proper procedures for disassembling, inspecting, repairing, and reassembling critical machinery during scheduled rebuilds.
• Learn basic fault diagnosis and repair techniques for gearboxes, bearings, shafts, and conveyor components (belts, idlers, pulleys).
• Assist experienced technicians in troubleshooting mechanical failures and executing necessary repairs to minimize downtime.
• Complete a concentrated 6-month module focused on foundational and advanced welding techniques (e.g., stick, MIG, flux-cored) relevant to heavy industrial equipment.
• Gain proficiency in reading blueprints, layout, and performing essential fabrication tasks.
• Practice safe operation of welding and cutting equipment, as well as general shop tools.
• Adhere strictly to all company safety policies, MSHA/OSHA regulations, and quarry site procedures.
• Participate in daily safety briefings and complete required safety training modules.
• Learn and practice Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures for equipment isolation.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Assist in documenting maintenance activities, work orders, and inspection reports.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with maintenance personnel and production staff regarding equipment status.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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 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: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees