Backhoe Operator - Asphalt Milling

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Backhoe Operator – Asphalt Milling
Department: Hampton Roads
Reports to: Paving Supervisor

Major Role and Purpose : 

• Safely operator a Backhoe machine to dig, lift and move materials in asphalt milling and paving operations to prepare for pavement preparation – resurfacing highways, roadways, parking lots, etc.

• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
• Operator a backhoe to prepare and support road and pavement projects.
• Work alongside milling machines to remove asphalt and prepare surfaces for paving.
• Support asphalt milling crews by preparing and cleaning work areas and moving debris.
• Operator other pieces of heavy equipment such as skid steers and brooms as needed.
• Combines excavation and paving support roles.
• Overtime work is required.
• Must be able to work a day shift or night shift depending on the operational needs.
• Perform all other duties deemed necessary or assigned by supervisor.

• High School Diploma / GED.

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Backhoe Operator preferred.

• Effective communication and organization skills.
• Strong commitment to safety and the ability to work safety in various conditions.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.

• Job requires the following motions: climbing, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, vibrating, and reaching.
• Requires lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Overtime work is required.
• Potential exposure to extremes of hot or cold weather.

EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet

About Branscome:

OUR COMPANY

For more than 60 years in Virginia, our crews have been safely delivering the infrastructure that our communities are built on. We take immense pride in building the things that you can see, but also those you can’t. Camaraderie in the field, with our clients, and out in the community is the spirit that drives our dedication and commitment to excellence.

Branscome’s vertically integrated services provide a streamlined end-to-end scalable solution for our customers. It’s the satisfaction of a job well done recognition of team effort and the delight of our customers that keep us creating infrastructure and connecting people.

OUR TEAM

When you work for Branscome, you join our innovative team in completing the area’s most important large-scale, fast-track projects. You help us provide excavation, site work, underground utilities, asphalt paving, ready-mix concrete, and more to a slew of satisfied clients, including VDOT, Norfolk International Terminal, numerous local governments, private developers, and corporate entities. At Branscome, workers take pride in their work and inspire each other with their teamwork, innovation, and enthusiasm. This attitude of excellence generates the superior customer service that Branscome is known for.

Branscome benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, retirement savings and professional development.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

When you work for Branscome, you join our diverse, innovative team. Our differences breed the ideas which fuel our success. Every aspect of our relationship with current and potential employees is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. This pertains not only to initial employment and working conditions but also to all actions affecting hiring, promotions and transfers, training (including apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship when required), compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. Adherence to this policy and compliance with the law is expected of all employees.

If you need assistance completing the online application process, please contact the Human Resources department at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.

Branscome EEO Statement
Branscome is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of this Company to assure that
applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard
to their race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and any other characteristic protected by
law. Such action shall include: employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or
recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation;
and selection for training, including apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, and/or on-the-job
training.
Branscome is in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations and ensure
equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Branscome will provide reasonable
accommodation to all applicants who require assistance completing the online application
process. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to
complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or
use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, please email
View email address on ziprecruiter.com for assistance.
We are committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or
disabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more: EEO is the Law and EEOC is the Law
Supplement.

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