Asphalt Paving Crewman

Qualifications:

• English (Required)
• Clean Driver’s License (Required)
• Ability to Pass Drug Test (Required)
• US Work Authorization (Required)
• One to three years, or more of industry-related experience, with a focus on asphalt paving of roads and highways a plus, but not required
• Previous experience as an Asphalt Crewman a plus, but not required

Full Job Description:

• Prepare construction sites by cleaning and eliminating potential hazards.
• Use rakes, shovels, or other tools to handle asphalt, gravel, dirt, and other materials.
• Assist equipment operators by signaling and facilitating alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials.
• Load, unload, and identify materials or tools as per project plans or specifications.
• Measure, mark, or record openings or distances to accurately layout work areas.
• Continually inspect the work site for potential hazards or safety concerns, and immediately report any potential safety or equipment issues to the foreman.
• Notify the supervisor of any equipment repair needs.
• Perform proper pre-start and daily maintenance, including lubrication of equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper maintenance of equipment daily.
• Operate equipment safely and appropriately.
• Follow directions from the foreman and superintendents.
• Adjust control wheels, handles, and pedals to operate machinery and control attachments.
• Understand production and quantity requirements.
• Ability to understand work directions and communicate effectively with supervisors and colleagues.
• Regular proximity to heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Exposure to substances commonly found on construction sites, such as oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel.
• Responsible for safe work environments and complying with state, federal, and OSHA safety standards.
• Erect or dismantle temporary structures, such as signs, traffic barricades, cones, etc.
• Adhere to processes and procedures.
• Perform incidental work items and duties within other crafts, as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to perform manual labor incidental to the assigned task.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to walk frequently on uneven surfaces, exposed to varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to frequently ascend or descend ladders, and stairs using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to climb, bend, stoop, and squat frequently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees.
• Ability to work long hours out-of-doors, in changing environmental/weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively using speaking, hearing, writing, and vision skills.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, such as hearing protectors, steel toe boots, and other safety items as necessary.