Asphalt Equipment Operator Jacksonville, FL

Equipment Operator

We are seeking a motivated, safety and career-minded individual to join our team to work on various pieces of construction equipment whether it involves, grade or pavement work.

Description
 

The selected candidate will be required to work in a team environment with other co-workers and managers.

• Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment of various sizes and weights used in road, site or highway construction and paving.
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance of equipment; refer major problems to the Foreman.
• Perform daily pre–and–post inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies.
• May perform other duties such as shoveling asphaltic materials and assisting with maintenance of asphalt finishing machine to include adding or removing screed extensions.
• Follow directions of Foreman as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or job site.
• Perform general labor duties when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Requirements

Job requires the following motions:  stretching, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, twisting, throwing, walking, standing, reaching and squatting.  Requires regular lifting of 25 pounds; occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.  Uses tools such as a shovel, asphalt rake and asphalt lute.  Walking and standing each occupy approximately 50 percent of the work day.  Overtime work is often required.  May be exposed to extremes of hot or cold weather.  May be exposed to vehicular traffic.  Required riding to and from job sites.  The job duties described herein are not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

Education/Experience

·  Minimum high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

·  Previous related experience in the construction field and/or training.