Electrician I

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.

About the Job:

Electrical apprentices start with routine tasks and progress to more complex assignments as they gain knowledge and skills throughout the program. Under the supervision of a journeyman electrician or electrical foreman, they learn to maintain, repair, and install electrical or electronic equipment and systems while prioritizing safety. As their understanding of the trade grows, apprentices are expected to exercise increasing judgment in their work.

What You'll Do:

• Assist a skilled electrician by supplying materials, equipment, and tools at the scene of jobs.

• Participate in stringing overhead/underground lines and cables and in installing conduit and wire.

• Participate as a trainee in the installation, maintenance, and repair of wiring systems and other electrical or electronic equipment. Must have the ability to:

  • Learn the practices, methods, tools, materials, and equipment of the Electrician's trade.

  • Learn to read and draw simple electrical sketches.

  • Learn the occupational hazards of the Electrician's trade.

  • Gradually perform assigned tasks with less supervision.

  • Learn how to operate power driven machinery such as roto-hammers, band saws, drill presses, or grinders.

  • Use common hand tools such as a screwdriver, wrench, hammer, or other similar tools.

• Perform routine installations and repairs of fuses, motors, and sensors including terminations.

• Work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality support to the plant operations.

Skills You'll Need:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Continuing education in related coursework is desirable.

Experience:

• Some experience in the aggregate or related industry.

• Some related experience working with electricity is desired.

• Some experience working safely with hand and power tools.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Positive Attitude

• Valid Drivers License

• Some computer skills; cell phones and other electronic devices

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to learn to perform simple algebraic calculation (pipe bending)

• Ability to plan and work effectively

• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions in the English language

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 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.