"Penn College provides its students with skills that align very well with our industry needs. With a footprint across 26 states, we are excited to bring talent from Penn College to our sites nationwide."
Vulcan Materials Company
- Industry
- Building Construction
- Civil Engineering
- Construction Management
- Diesel Truck, Heavy Equipment & Power Generation
- Electrical
- Heavy Equipment Operations
- Welding & Metal Fabrication
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. Vulcan employees 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.
Industry Partnerships
Q&A with Vulcan Materials
WHAT EXCITES YOU ABOUT THE INDUSTRY YOU SERVE?
Aggregate production is a very niche market, so I enjoy helping students learn about what we do and how we do it.
WHAT DO YOU APPRECIATE MOST ABOUT YOUR COMPANY'S CULTURE/MISSION?
We will maintain high respect for people–for their dignity, their talents, and their interests.
HOW DID YOUR COMPANY FIRST CONNECT WITH PENN COLLEGE?
A Plant Manager in Northern Virginia, who attended Williamsport Area Community College, informed me of Penn College and the programs.
WHY DO YOU BELIEVE PENN COLLEGE IS A SOUND INVESTMENT? WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR RETURN?
A lot of the programs and focuses at Penn College correspond directly with what Vulcan employees do day in and day out. Although we have not had a successful hire, I'm hopeful that our company name will become well known at Penn College and we can begin employing students and graduates.
WHAT QUALITITES DO YOU VALUE MOST WHEN RECRUITING PENN COLLEGE STUDENTS AND ALUMNI?
We highly value the level of hands-on experience Penn College graduates receive.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU SHARE WITH HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WHO ARE CONSIDERING PENN COLLEGE?
The transferable work experience that comes along with a Penn College education is extremely valuable when looking to join the workforce.
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Programs
Building Construction
Whether you’re drawn to the technology behind residential construction or have an interest in rising to management, there’s an opportunity waiting for you.
Construction Management
Take the lead in the boardroom and on the job site, running all types of construction projects from small to large.
Diesel Truck, Heavy Equipment & Power Generation
Dive into power-packed programs with specialized training that employers want most.
Heavy Equipment Operations
Take the driver’s seat in this comprehensive program. Train to become a heavy equipment operator and you'll dig into everything from tools, hardware, and safety to site engineering and layout.
Electrical
Learn all the ins and outs of electrical and automated systems, training in specialized labs using equipment just the pros.
Civil Engineering
>From community parks to high-traffic bridges, you'll play a vital role in creating and maintaining the infrastructure where we live, work, and play.
Welding & Metal Fabrication
Perfect your skills in our newly expanded 55,000-square-foot lab.