Plant Maintenance - Roving Crew

Vulcan Materials Company • Dickson, TN

10d

About The Position

The General Maintenance position is an entry-level role responsible for assisting with general tasks around the worksite. Under supervision, the employee may assist with minor preventative maintenance and learn basic job functions. The position requires minimum prior experience and is intended to assess the employee’s potential for long-term development within the company.

The role performs inspections and scheduled maintenance, troubleshoots and replaces basic mechanical components, and carries out structural repairs and heavy wear-part replacement using welding, cutting, and grinding equipment. It also requires observing plant operations, making minor adjustments, following safety and compliance procedures, and maintaining equipment service and maintenance records. The employee is qualified to perform general utility work and light maintenance under the supervision of an experienced mechanic.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience in maintenance, preferably around heavy equipment and machines.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety and ability to follow safety procedures.
• General awareness of tools and equipment used on-site.
• Willingness to learn mechanical and maintenance fundamentals.
• Exposure to preventative maintenance processes under supervision.
• Knowledge of using a wide variety of hand and power tools, cutting torches, and welding equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical equipment maintenance.
• Safety and compliance with MSHA procedures and requirements.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections, lubricate moving parts, and complete scheduled preventative maintenance tasks to prevent component failures.
• Troubleshoot and replace basic mechanical components, including conveyor belts, idlers, pulleys, and water pumps.
• Perform structural repairs and hard facing, and replace heavy wear-parts such as crusher liners and shaker screens using welding, cutting, and grinding equipment.
• Follow MSHA and OSHA regulations, execute Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols, and maintain a hazard-free work area.
• Observe aggregate crushing, washing, and screening areas during operation to identify anomalies by sight or sound and perform minor adjustments.
• Record and maintain service logs, lubrication reports, and maintenance records for plant equipment.
• Perform general utility work and light maintenance under the supervision of an experienced mechanic.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED