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Asphalt Laborer

Tampa, FL, USA

Full Time

About the Role

Department: Paving Crew
Reports to: Foreman
Direct Supervisory Responsibility: No
Asphalt Laborers assist in the pouring, smoothing and setting of asphalt on roads, pathways, and parking lots. The main role of the Asphalt Laborer is to look after the mat. This includes raking, sweeping, and lining out the road, as well as working alongside the tractor, mill, paver, and the screed.

Key Responsibilities:

The responsibilities of the Asphalt Laborer include, but are not limited to:

Equipment Operation
• Offloading the truck and gathering tools for the day.
• Transporting rakes, lutes, shovels, and spray cans to the paver.
• Moving the pavement saw to the transverse joint.
• Sweeping and cleaning the area in front of the paver.
• Measuring and lining out the area for the day’s paving.
• Working as a Flagger to direct motorists away from the work zone.
• Transporting water to the rollers, power broom, and plate compactor.
• Building a launchpad for the paver at the beginning of the pull.
• Assisting the screed operator.
• Shoveling material out to the end gate.
• Maintaining cleanliness and packing equipment away at the end of the day.
• Must ensure a solid understanding of, and comply with the principles of the company’s Code of Ethics.
• Must examine situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics.

Safety
• Promote, execute and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, sub-contractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
• Attend daily and weekly safety meetings and inspections.
• Work with Safety Department to investigate damage, incidents or near misses in the worksite, and ensure proper procedures are carried out according to the Company’s Safety Program.
• Work in a safe, responsible manner to not intentionally or unintentionally injure oneself, or endanger the wellbeing of others.

Teamwork
• Participate as a vital team member, and contribute towards the success of the organization, which may involve the provision of other technical and administrative support, as required.
• Promote a team approach and maintain dialogue with all employees to exchange information and gather ideas.
• Collaborate with any project teams on other special initiatives, as required.

Requirements

Qualifications


Education, Training and Certifications

·        High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred  

 

Work Experience

·        Minimum 2 to 3 years’ experience within the road construction industry

 

Technical Knowledge

·        Knowledge of heavy equipment.

·        Knowledge of road construction materials, road construction processes and industry requirements.

 

Transferable Skills

·        Interpersonal skills

·        Time Management

·        Heavy Equipment Operation

·        Communication skills

·        Confidence

 

Abilities

·        Demonstrate professionalism

·        Have a sense of urgency to meet deadlines

·        Multi-task and set priorities effectively

·        Excellent hand, eye and foot coordination

·        Accomplish goals in a team environment

·        Attention to detail

·        Excellent sense of balance

·        Possess a positive “can do” attitude

 

Working Conditions

·        Out of town travel is required.

·        Overtime as required.

·        Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.

·        Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 LBS on a regular basis.

·        Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required.

·        Use of sunscreen, long sleeves, and appropriate headgear is recommended.

·        Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements.

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