Operations Intern

Vulcan Materials Company
Irwindale, CA, United States
Full-time

Description

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 .

Fortune 500 : Vulcan Materials Company is proud to be listed on the prestigious Fortune 500, a testament to our commitment to excellence and leadership in the industry.

U.S. News Best Companies to Work For : In 2023, Vulcan Materials Company has earned a place among the U.S. News Best Companies to Work For, reflecting our dedication to fostering an exceptional workplace culture.

Position Overview :

The Operations Internship at Vulcan Materials Company is a 10-12 week summer program designed to introduce talented individuals into the aggregates industry and provide great visibility for a long-term career with Vulcan Materials.

As a participant in this program, you will gain hands-on experience and exposure to various aspects of Vulcan's operations, including Quarrying, Production, Quality Control, Hot-Mix Asphalt, Ready-Mix, Ship Yards, Rail Yards, Logistics, Maintenance, Safety, and Environmental Compliance.

Open Position Locations (2025) :

Northern California

Sacramento

Table Mountain

San Jose

Pleasanton

Petaluma

Central California

Los Banos

Madera

Fresno

outhern California

  • Irwindale
  • Corona
  • Riverside
  • Pomona

Arizona

Phoenix

Tucson

New Mexico

Albuquerque

What You'll Do :

Learn the Operations : Participate in hands-on training, including operating crushing and processing equipment, pit development, drilling and blasting practices, mobile equipment operation, quality control, customer service, maintenance, and facility management.

Learn the Business : Rotate through temporary assignments to gain a holistic understanding of Vulcan Materials Company, our operations, and the importance of collaboration.

This program will prepare you for a lead or supervisor role in plant operations.

Promote Safety : Prioritize safety for yourself and others to ensure zero accidents and full compliance with Vulcan policies and procedures.

Monitor Processes and Materials : Analyze production, inventory requirements, quality control, site planning, pit development, and operational reports to understand best practices in production and delivery.

Inspect Equipment and Structures : Conduct daily inspections and maintenance of the plant and mobile equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations.

Perform Repairs and Maintenance : Assist with inspections and minor maintenance around the plant to understand best practices for equipment repairs.

Additional Responsibilities : Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills You'll Need :

Education : Bachelor's Degree Required OR student Graduating Fall of 2024 or Summer 2025

Integrity and Decision-Making : Commitment to ethical decision-making and integrity.

Leadership and Management Skills : Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Flexibility : Willingness to work overtime and in various weather conditions.

Interpersonal Skills : Excellent motivator, team builder, and communicator.

What You'll Like About Us :

Great Company Culture : Competitive drive for excellence in a trust-based, teamwork-oriented, and communicative environment.

Safety : Industry leader in health and safety standards, committed to creating a safe work environment.

Meaningful Work : Impact daily lives by contributing to the construction of roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.

Prepare for the Future : 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development : Commitment to employee development programs.

Salary Range : the base salary range for this role is $26.00 per hour plus stipend . This range is not inclusive of our discretionary bonus or equity package.

When determining a candidate's compensation, we consider a number of factors, including skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data.

Interns / Co-Ops

Primary Location

California-Irwindale

Organization

GM - WED DIV OH

Schedule

Full-time

Job Posting

Sep 12, 2024, 4 : 50 : 45 AM

3 hours ago
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