Asphalt Laborer/Operator

Ten Mile- Washington; Wolfdale (PA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Life insurance

401(k) Plans

Career progression

Job summary

Ten Mile is looking to hire self-motivated individuals with experience in, or a willingness to learn, asphalt paving. Starting rate at $30 and up when laying hot mix asphalt, with year-round opportunities in other divisions during winter months. Jobs involve outdoor work and safety-focused responsibilities across construction sites.

The role requires operating paving equipment, manual labor, and adherence to safety standards, with benefits such as health, dental, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Experience in asphalt paving and/or road construction preferred.
• Pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and criminal background check.
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Ability to maintain a Medical Examiner's Certificate for DOT vehicles.
• Willingness to work holidays, weekends and nights when necessary.
• Ability to work overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and assist with asphalt paving equipment including rollers and pavers.
• Prepare and clean construction sites, disposing of debris properly.
• Shovel, rake and finish asphalt materials on projects.
• Assist in placement and movement of traffic control devices.
• Maintain a safe, clean job site and wear PPE as required.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Physical labor

Team player

Safety-conscious

Tools

Asphalt paving equipment

Job description

Ten Mile is an industry leader in excavating, pipeline, road construction, paving and more!We take pride in being a locally-owned and operated company that provides all the advantages of a large scale company, while maintaining our small town values. These values have been the foundation of our company, and continue to be the driving force behind our operation standards.

Ten Mile is looking to hire self-motivated and career-driven individuals experienced in, or willing to learn, Asphalt Paving.Individual must be willing to both labor and learn to operate asphalt paving equipment, if not already familiar with equipment operation and techniques. Starting rate at $30 and up when laying "hot mix" asphalt. - Year-round work opportunities in other divisions of the company available during winter months. -

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Health insurance
• Dental and vision plans
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Life insurance
• 401(k) Plans
• Career progression

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Thorough Operational knowledge (preferred)ofvarious typesof asphalt paving equipment including but not limited to;all aspects of an asphalt paver, rollers, skid steers and attachments, milling machine, and various tack and tarring machines.
• Clean and prepareconstruction sites as needed. This will include removing and properly disposing of debris and waste material.
• Candidates must be willing to shovel, rake and finish asphalt materials on construction projects, this may include concrete, dirt and/or other aggregates.
• Assist in placement, displacement, and moving various traffic control devices, this may include assisting in traffic control patterns on construction site.
• Maintain a safe and clean job site by handling materials, tools and equipment properly.
• Keep a clean working area and remove materials and/or tools from work location when not in use.
• Lift & carry objects & materials of various weights.
• Help maintain equipment by keeping it clean and orderly condition.
• Use PPE while on jobsite e.g. hard hat safety glasses, ear protection, high visibility vest, steel toe boots, pants, and gloves.
• Always be aware of safety issues, maintaina safe work environment and makes supervisor aware of any issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned, this may include assisting other divisions of the company when necessary.
• Take initiative and anticipate what needs to be done. Showabilities and willingness to learn and understand your role on the team.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in asphalt paving and/or road constructionpreferred.
• Pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and criminal background check.
• Have a valid drivers license.
• Ability to maintain a Medical Examiner's Certificate for DOT vehicles.
• Be willing to work holidays, weekends and nightswhen necessary.
• Ability to work overtime when required.
• Properly follow all company policies and procedures for safe working procedures and environment.
• Strictly adhere to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas.
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to customers, co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Follow directions of manager as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or job site.
• Capability to work in all weather conditions.
• Report to work at the designated start time.
• Great attention to detail and stress tolerance.

Environment
This position will require working outdoors in various climate conditions ranging from very cold with rain to very hot and humid. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high, with occasional periods of time exposed to machine noise.

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.