Fleet Diesel Mechanic

Fleet Diesel Mechanic Job Highlights

Company Profile

Vulcan Materials Company is a producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete.

Job Profile

The company is looking for a Fleet Diesel Mechanic who will be responsible for performing vehicle or equipment repair and maintenance as assigned and in accordance with company standards and any dealer or factory standards.

Education Level

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (preferred)

Work Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of mechanic experience (required)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Picks up work orders to determine the load, time of delivery, and destination
• Actively participates in the analysis of labor needs, length of time to complete projects, and repair items needed
• Assist in other areas of the shop as needed
• Diagnose the cause of any malfunction and perform the repair
• Document work performed on any and all equipment/company vehicles
• Fabricate special tools or parts and weld as required
• Inspect equipment in the assigned areas to ensure safety standards have been met
• Inspects truck for safety, including raising and checking under a 60-lb hood
• Keep shop area organized and clean
• Performs work as outlined on repair orders with efficiency and accuracy
• Read and work from parts books or manuals
• Repair all safety problems in a timely manner in accordance with company policies
• Road-test vehicles to ensure the quality of repair
• Sets repair priorities in conjunction with or in the absence of a department supervisor
• Takes responsibility to follow up on parts orders. Make sure parts arrive prior to scheduling needed equipment repairs
• Other tasks or projects as assigned

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively – both written and verbal
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain
• Adequate vision and hand-eye coordination to make precise adjustments and repairs to equipment
• Must be able to climb onto and off large vehicles and construction-type equipment on a recurring basis. Requires the removal and replacement of heavy items in hard-to-reach places
• Must be physically capable of lifting and placing large truck parts including clutches, brakes, mounted tires, engine, and accessory components
• Must have own tools
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record

Physical Demands

• Climbing occurs occasionally throughout the workday.
• Lifting, carrying, pulling, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching occur frequently
• Sitting occurs occasionally when road-testing vehicles or testing equipment.
• Standing varies depending on schedule demand and necessary workload.
• Walking occurs occasionally throughout the day at job sites.

Working Conditions

• Occasionally required to work near moving mechanical parts and in outdoor weather conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high
• Generally, work inside of a shop anywhere from 70% to 90% of the day. The remainder is generally outdoors and includes various site locations.

Benefits/Perks

• 401(k) with company match
• Health Benefits
• Paid vacation/paid holidays
• Training/Development programs

Employer’s Statement

Vulcan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law from discrimination.