Vulcan Materials Company
Heavy Truck Mechanic (Shop)
3556 Hermitage Industrial Dr, Hermitage, TN 37076-2044
On-site · Full-time
First seen by offpeak October 4, 2026
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We are seeking a Heavy Truck Mechanic (Shop) to maintain, diagnose, and repair our road-building equipment. You will ensure maximum uptime and operational safety at our centralized shop.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnostic & Repair: Perform advanced troubleshooting and overhaul of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, hydrostatic transmissions, electrical circuits, and modern ECU control systems.
- Shop Maintenance: Perform scheduled shop overhauls on heavy road-building equipment.
- Preventive Maintenance: Execute multi-point inspections, oil/fluid analysis, filter changes, and wear-item track/undercarriage servicing to meet strict DOT project timelines.
- Welding & Fabrication: Perform structural repairs, hardfacing, and component fabrication using MIG/TIG and stick welding equipment as needed.
- Compliance & Safety: Maintain compliance with OSHA, state DOT, and environmental regulations regarding oil/fluid containment and equipment safety systems.
- Documentation: Log diagnostic codes, work orders, parts utilization, and repair history using computerized maintenance management software (CMMS).
Required Qualifications & Equipment Expertise
- Experience: Previous experience working on diesel or heavy construction equipment or vocational/trade school training in a mechanical field.
Other Requirements
• 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.
• Perform physical activities that require moving your whole body and considerable use of your arms and legs, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
• Must have knowledge of industrial tools, their uses and maintenance.
• Travel will be required overnight as business demands.
• Take an active role in prioritizing safety for yourself and others throughout the operation at all times.
• Must have and maintain valid driver's license.
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Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.