Lowboy and Mobile Crane Operator

Primary Location Alabama-Birmingham
 
Organization GM - SGD OH & SRV
 
Schedule Full-time

What You’ll Do:

• 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. 
• Operate Lowboy and Heavy Equipment. Will operate a mobile crane. Operate haul trucks and other construction equipment to transport and dump loose materials such as sand, gravel, and crushed rock, and/or operate a lowboy trailer to transport equipment safely and efficiently.
• Inspect Equipment. Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections by Vulcan standards. Complete daily mobile equipment reports and other relevant documentation with accuracy. Must be able to handle and understand Department of Transportation regulations, keeping all documentation up to date. 
• Maintain Equipment. Maintain equipment performance by checking vehicle fluid levels, and assisting in performing other minor maintenance. Report unsafe mechanical conditions to the supervisor.
• Monitor Processes, Materials, and Surroundings. Must have the ability to operate all types of heavy equipment to assist with the loading and unloading of the lowboy. 
• Additional Responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.

 
Skills You’ll Need:

• Experience. Previous experience operating heavy construction equipment is preferred. 
• Ready to Drive. Must possess a commercial driver’s license and have a valid DOT physical or the ability to get one.
• Knowledge of Best Practices. Knowledge of general principles and practices of operating and servicing heavy construction equipment is preferred. Experience with Department of Transportation rules and regulations for transporting heavy equipment is preferred. 
• Flexibility. Must be willing 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.

What You’ll Like About Us:

• Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication. 
• Safe. The 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 our 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, and Vision programs, plus much more.
• Rest. 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.
• Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.  You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. 

NOTICE TO TEMPORARY STAFFING AGENCIES, PLACEMENT SERVICES AND PROFESSIONAL RECRUITERS

• Vulcan Materials Company has an internal recruiting department.  Please review our policy as it relates to the use of temporary staffing agencies, placement services and professional recruiters. Job Heavy Equipment Driver/Operator