Skilled Asphalt Laborer/Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Loveland Excavating and Paving is looking for a  SKILLED ASPHALT PAVER OPERATOR.  

DO NOT APPLY WITHOUT EXPERIENCE!!

Summary

As a Skilled Asphalt Paver Operator, you will be essential in executing paving projects with precision and efficiency. Reporting to the site supervisor, your role involves operating heavy equipment, to ensure high-quality surface finishes. Your core skills in heavy equipment operation and paving will be complimented by your mechanical knowledge and experience in construction. With a focus on safety and teamwork, you will contribute to the successful completion of projects while adhering to industry standards and regulations. 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
• Experience with smaller chassis machines such as: LEEBOY, WEILER
• Follow direction of Project Manager and Superintendent as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite.
• May be called upon to run small power tools such as jack hammer, plate tamp, and partner saw.
• Dig, spread, and level materials.
• Lift, carry, and hold material, tools and supplies.
• Assists in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in paving.
• Ability to read, write and do basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
• CDL preferred but not required.
• Ability to operate various types of heavy equipment, would be a plus.
• Calculate tonnage and run yields.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hand and arms above their shoulders.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50 pounds.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Degree GED is preferred.
• 5 years minimum experience

Work Requirements

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and have a clean driving record/license.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to work overtime when necessary and Saturdays.
• Must have valid driver's license.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
  

Work Location : In person