Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

This position operates one or more types of construction equipment; such as asphalt pavers, asphalt rollers, back hoes, loaders and skid steers as they apply to milling and paving operations. Operators are responsible for safe operation, non-mechanical maintenance and up-keep of equipment.

• Discusses plans and goals for the day's work with Paving Foreman and determines best method of getting assigned work done safely, productively and on time.
• Performs physical duties that are commonly associated with the safe and productive operation of said piece of equipment.
• Performs equipment maintenance duties such as cleaning, greasing and maintaining fluid levels on equipment.
• Operates equipment with priority of making the job safe for all persons working around the equipment.
• Communicates clearly with other crew members in a manner commensurate with teamwork in order to accomplish daily goals.
• Performs other duties daily as requested by the Paving Foreman, Project Manager, General Foreman and Vice President of Operations.
• During the off season, if not on temporary unemployment, operate equipment for salting and plowing operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. GED / HS Diploma a plus.

2. 2 yrs. of equipment operating experience with an asphalt paving crew is required.

3. Related work experience is a necessity.

4. Valid Driver’s License is preferred.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

1. Make judgments regarding the most efficient operations of equipment and attachments.

2. Must have very good hand, foot and eye coordination to safely operate their equipment

3. Compliance with Mid Atlantic Asphalt’s Polices including but not limited to:

i. Health & Safety Policies

ii. Employee Manual Policies

iii. Safety, Safety, Safety!

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Requires extensive and heavy physical activity and dexterity. Must be able to operate for long periods of time and to get into awkward positions when cleaning and providing maintenance to the equipment.

Requires the ability to stand, walk, reach, kneel, climb or balance. Must be able to carry or handle materials sometimes up to 75 pounds. Requires specific types of vision: close, color, peripheral.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Responsible for safety of self and fellow workers.

Work conditions vary from site to site and are affected by the weather.

Rough grading and undeveloped job sites present a threat to safety where carelessness or poor judgment could result in serious of fatal injury to self or others.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

A must, overnight stays may be required on occasion.

Night and Weekend work shifts are common throughout the normal milling and paving season.

BENEFITS

· Retirement plan with up to a 3% company match.

· Vacation/Sick Leave

· Holiday Pay

· Advancement Opportunities

In 1975, our founder, Austin Rice, started this company by offering a fair price, responsive staff and impeccable reliability. Over four decades later, that simple tradition continues. There have been many changes to the business over the years as we’ve grown and diversified but our principles remain the same.

Company Description

In 1975, our founder, Austin Rice, started this company by offering a fair price, responsive staff and impeccable reliability. Over four decades later, that simple tradition continues. There have been many changes to the business over the years as we’ve grown and diversified but our principles remain the same.

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