Asphalt Equipment Operator Lake City/Gainesville FL

Preferred Materials, Inc.; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

Preferred Materials, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Operator to join our Asphalt Division in Florida. The successful candidate will operate heavy equipment on road and site projects, adhering to safety regulations and company policies.

You will perform routine maintenance and assist with asphalt finishing tasks under the Foreman’s guidance. Responsibilities include daily inspections, documentation, general labor, and following project-specific tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in construction preferred.
• Ability to follow safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment on road, site, or highway projects.
• Follow OSHA/MSHA safety regulations and company policies.
• Perform routine maintenance and report major problems.
• Complete daily pre- and post-inspections with proper documentation.
• Assist with shoveling asphalt materials and finishing machine maintenance.
• Perform general labor duties as directed.
• Work under Foreman's direction on daily tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

GED

Tools

Shovel

Asphalt rake

Asphalt lute

Job description

Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division, part of CRH Southeast Division of Companies, is the leader in production of high-quality hot mix and warm mix asphalt, and, with a team of skilled contracting professionals, Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division also offers design-build and conventional-bid-build solutions for roadway and civil construction projects. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, and with offices throughout Florida, Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division performs asphalt paving, grading, and related roadway services. Our employees make Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division a great place to work. We promote a strong safety culture, where employees take responsibility for their own safety.

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.

What CRH Offers You

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

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

Preferred Materials, Inc., a CRH Company, is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.