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Laborer - Asphalt

Company:
Team Elmer's
Location:
Blair Township, MI, 49685
Posted:
May 05, 2024
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Description:

Job Description

Laborer Asphalt

Team Elmer's seeks to fill several openings for Asphalt Laborers. This position will have the general responsibility to provide support and assistance to the other skilled workers working on the project

Duties and Responsibilities:

Work in a team environment with other co-workers and foreman

Assist construction/paving crew with various duties such as; shoveling, raking and moving materials.

May operate a variety of hand and power tools as well as some equipment.

As part of the paving crew primarily will spend time raking asphalt, shoveling excess asphalt and sweeping up debris.

Complete a variety of other general labor assignments such as clean and prepare sites.

Required to spread asphalt using efficient techniques and maintaining a good pace.

Works with rakes to redistribute the asphalt mix more correctly as it leaves the screed and is ready for rolling.

Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment and movement of materials.

Follow directions of foreman as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or job site.

Lift, carry and hold materials, tools and supplies.

Assist in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices.

May be required to regulate traffic as needed.

Ability and willingness to comply with and follow all company, OSHA, MIOSHA and DOT safety regulations.

Other duties as assigned

"The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position."

Qualifications:

Valid license, CDL A or B preferred

Clean driving record for past 5 years

Ability to pass physical and drug screen

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Mechanical-- Knowledge of equipment, machines and tools including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Building and Construction-- Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.

Experience as a prep crew laborer or comparable experience is preferred.

Ability to complete tasks on asphalt crew as needed such as handling power tools, running heavy equipment, raking, shoveling.

Willingness and ability to learn and understand your role on the team.

Ability to perform repetitive lifting, carrying, climbing, and walking. Repetitive lifting could be 40 or more pounds at any one time.

Willingness to work long hours and work 5-6 days a week in all environmental conditions.

Good work ethic, punctuality and alertness.

Reliable transportation to and from jobsite or main location.

Ability to follow all company, OSHA, MiOSHA, and company safety rules.

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