Asphalt worker job description

*These positions will be available at any time during out 2022 construction season which typically starts work in April 2022 through December 2022.

Experienced Asphalt Workers

Are you looking for an exciting career in road, highway, and parking lot construction? If so, let's pave the way to a great career and jump aboard Brooks Construction Company, Inc. For the 2022 Construction Season: We will have openings for hardworking, loyal, and driven people like you! We are seeking experienced, hardworking individuals to join our Asphalt Crews. Do you have asphalt experience? Brooks Construction Company, Inc. is seeking individuals with experience working with Asphalt Paving , Asphalt Milling , or Asphalt Patching .

Brooks Construction is looking to hire individuals experienced with any of the following:

Asphalt Laborer (including Asphalt Luting, Asphalt Shoveling, Asphalt Handwork)

Asphalt Rollers

Asphalt Pavers

Asphalt Screw / Screed

Asphalt Tack / Distributor Truck

Asphalt Water Truck

Asphalt Shuttle Buggy

Asphalt Foreman

Don't miss out on this opportunity to work in the growing industry of asphalt/civil infrastructure/horizontal construction!

Why work for Brooks Construction, Inc.

• Brooks Construction is for and about people; we are the "Employer of Choice to Employees".
• Weekly pay via convenient direct deposit.
• Health Insurance Benefits to keep you and your family healthy. • Pension/Retirement plan to help plan for your future. • Excellent wages and full benefits packages offered through our local trade union(s).
• Job security-we are an essential company providing infrastructure services, and you are an essential employee in a high-demand industry. • Growth opportunities working alongside and learning from experienced industry professionals. • Be involved in innovative, cool projects throughout the local area and northeast Indiana. • Family-owned, supportive, open-door company culture.
• Flexible Schedule
• Reward & Recognition incentives.
• Great Employee Referral Incentives. • Enjoy our quick & easy online application process.

Team members must perform duties on a Brooks Construction jobsite in a safe, efficient, and proper manner to achieve a quality finished product. May perform traffic control (flagging) duties as required. May place and pick up traffic control materials (cones, barrels, etc.) as needed. Must perform other miscellaneous duties, as directed.

Qualifications may include:

• Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and long hours/extensive overtime (sunrise to sunset) when necessary (often with little or no notice)
• Must have reliable transportation with the ability and willingness to travel to and from job sites up to a 70 mile radius from our office (at the employee's expense)
• Must be willing to abide by our Drug Free & Alcohol Free Workplace policies
• Must be able to work outdoors in all seasons and all weather conditions (including rain, snow, extreme heat or cold, water, mud, dust, etc.)
• Must have exceptional attendance, punctuality, dependability, reliability, and work ethic (including performance record with other/prior employers)
• Must have a "Safety Before Anything" attitude
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) for safety as required
• Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to pick up on procedures quickly
• Must be a Team Player
• Must be able to work independently, without continuous supervision/oversight
• Must be able to perform assigned duties and tasks as directed
• Ability to perform the physical functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

(The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and indeed additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required.)

Who We Are:

For over 112 years and across four generations of family ownership, Brooks Construction Company, Inc. has stood for Quality, Team, and Integrity in the civil construction industry. Based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with over 240 employees, Brooks Construction provides asphalt, concrete, earthwork, and pipe operations across northern Indiana and northwestern Ohio using best practices and innovative techniques to give our customers a quality product.

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100 Years of Experience at Work for You!Since 1920, the professional men and women of Hubbard Construction have literally paved the way for hundreds of public and private projects that have supported Florida's rise to prominence.Hubbard is one of Florida's largest heavy civil construction companies. We are proud to be a part of Florida's history and we are eager to continue to serve the Florida market and beyond.The scope of Hubbard's work includes complex highway projects, site development, paving, utility and drainage systems, surveying, RAP and hot mix sales, and state-of-the-art bridge building. We provide multiple delivery systems in design-build, bid-build, public/private-partnerships and design-build finance.Hubbard Construction's parent company, Eurovia, operates through a network of 330 agencies and 770 production sites, in 17 countries around the world.
General Description.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Key Duties

Individuals will be expected to carry out a wide range of tasks which may include:

+ Raking Asphalt

+ Dumping trucks

+ Operating some machinery, such as tractor broom

+ Shoveling, sweeping, and using a wheelbarrow

+ Must be able to work nights and weekends when required

Education and Experience.

+ High school diploma or equivalent

+ Driver's license (preferred)

+ Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.

Physical Demands.

The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by Paving Personnel to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

+ Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.

+ Occasionally work with hands extended overhead sometimes in conjunction with the operation of power tools or hand tools involved in cleaning.

+ Ability to lift at least 50 pounds individually and up to 90 pounds with assistance.

+ Manual dexterity to push a wheelbarrow, use hand tools, such as, shovel, rake, pick-axe, and to form proper hand signals for dumping trucks o Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions

+ Must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.

+ Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment

+ The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., moving equipment, backing alarms, or other alarms, instructions/directions from supervisor and/or spotter).

Work Environment.

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that an Unskilled Laborer encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

+ Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.

+ Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.

+ Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery and near traffic.

+ Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.

Texas Materials is a locally-based construction company and building materials supplier, which is A CRH Company, the largest asphalt, ready mix and aggregates producer in North America. Texas Materials is part of CRH's growing Texas-based network of 47 locations and over 1,200 employees statewide.

The Asphalt Laborer position is responsible for performing various duties on construction and/or paving projects. The employee will generally work in utility capacity by transferring from one task to another where demands are required. The career field for "Construction Laborer" includes, but may not be limited to, the following positions: Laborer, General Laborer, and Paving Laborer.
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.
* Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment. Report any problems to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
* Assist construction/paving crew with various duties such as; shoveling and raking, running wheelbarrow, safely backing/dumping trucks into paver.
* Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and materials with shovel.
* Follow direction of Foreman 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.
* Digs, spreads, and levels construction materials.
* Lifts, carries and holds 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 may be assigned.

Qualifications

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

* High school diploma or General Education Degree GED is preferred.
* Previous related experience in the construction field.

Work Requirements

* Must be 18 years in age or older.
* Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
* 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 travel and work away from home when required.
* Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
* Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is: Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, and Coveralls.
* Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

* Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction and 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.

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.
* Must be able to exert up to 10-20 lbs. constantly to move objects, 25-50 lbs. of force frequently, and 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally.

Work Environment

* While performing the duties of the job, the employee may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
* The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock or burn.
* The noise level in some areas of the work environment may be loud, but is typically moderate.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Americas Offers You

* A culture that values opportunity for growth, development and internal promotion
* Highly competitive base pay
* Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
* Group retirement savings program
* Health and wellness programs

About CRH Americas

CRH Americas has a long and proud heritage as one of North America's largest corporations. We are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that together form the CRH Americas family. CRH Americas operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

CRH Americas is a great place to grow! If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Please complete your online application and profile which will be sent directly to the appropriate Hiring Manager. Thank you for your interest in the CRH Americas family!

Texas Materials is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Date Posted: Oct 14, 2022