Vulcan Materials Company

Electrician/Automation

LocationBirmingham, AL
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Build Your Career. Build America’s Future.

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 .

The Electrician/Automation role maintains a professional demeanor when interacting with both internal and external customers. They possess the training and expertise to execute any electrical assignments they are given. Additionally, the Journeyman is responsible for guiding and instructing Apprentices through all job assignments and ensuring the completion of their assigned tasks.


What You'll Do

Complete all assigned jobs safely and in the most efficient manner available. Use experience and training to make recommendations that will reduce costs to the assignment.
Seek out additional training in any identified developmental areas.
Direct supervision of assigned apprentice(s) is required to ensure that the apprentice is following all VMC policies and safety procedures.
Assist the Electrical Foreman with department cost control. Utilize electrical experience to organize and assign tasks to eliminate idle time wherever possible.
Keep the Electrical Foreman informed on the progress of all assignments and of any variables that may change the scope of the assigned task.
Assist the Electrical Foreman in identifying skills that apprentices may be lacking and assist in creating training that will raise the skill level of the other Journeymen and Apprentices so that all journeymen and apprentices are capable of performing their tasks as required in a systematic and repetitive fashion.
Ensure electrical work and equipment complies with the NEC, MSHA and OSHA requirements.
Work with department leadership to implement changes necessary to make any changes manageable and sustainable.


Skills You’ll Need

Experience. Minimum of 10 years of experience in the electrical trade, laying out work, and organizing jobs.. Demonstratable experience interpreting pertinent electrical codes (NEC, NESC, and MSHA).∙ Experience in the mining industry is preferred.
Equipment Operation - Proficiency in operating large equipment, including understanding the controls, gauges, and indicators.
Ability to manipulate equipment accurately and smoothly for various tasks.
Skill in handling attachments and understanding their applications.
Safety Awareness - Ability to recognize, understand, and adhere to safety protocols and procedures in the workplace; proactive in identifying potential hazards, taking steps to mitigate risks, and ensuring that both personal and collective safety are maintained in all tasks and environments.
Planning and Scheduling - Effective planning of repair procedures, scheduling work considering resource availability, and maintaining necessary inventory. Problem Solving - identify, analyze, and resolve work-related issues efficiently and effectively using practical knowledge, experience, and hands-on skills. This involves identifying the problem, diagnosing the cause, finding practical solutions, implementing fixes, and adapting to unexpected challenges. Teamwork and Collaboration - Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others to achieve common goals; contributes positively to group efforts, sharing knowledge, and being open to others' ideas and feedback. Adaptability - Adapts to new conditions, is flexible and open-minded when facing challenges, and maintains high performance during change.
Leadership Skills- Acts decisively and supports all aspects of the company to work together to accomplish objectives, vision, mission, and values of Vulcan. Trusts and allows people to do their job, holding them accountable for the full extent of their responsibilities.
Must have the ability to lift 40 pounds and occasionally lift heavier items; stand, sit, and walk for long periods of time.
Must have the ability to drive a pick-up truck, repair truck or fork truck on a daily basis.
Knowledge in use of phone systems, cell phones and other electronic devices is essential.
Local travel as well as a periodic need to travel by airline.  Must have the ability to use computerized equipment and technology.
Ability to work in a very stressful, deadline-oriented environment that requires complex, technical Information and decision making.
Must be able to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
Test electrical equipment, Electrical PPE, Electrician’s hand tools and motorized vehicles
Flexibility. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises . Must be willing to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands.


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. 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 impact 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.

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.

This job description shall be considered the minimum requirements of the Journeyman position. The Journeyman shall not be limited to this job description but shall be able to adjust to any and all situations that may arise while performing assigned tasks.


Job


Operations


Primary Location


Alabama-Birmingham


Organization


GM - SGD OH & SRV


Schedule


Full-time


Job Posting


May 8, 2025, 7:21:41 AM

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