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Asphalt Paving Equipment Operator-(Travel required)

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Pierre (SD)

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USD 10,000 - 60,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

A leading company in construction is seeking heavy equipment operators for the 2025 season. This role involves extensive travel throughout South Dakota during the summer, operating and maintaining equipment like loaders and pavers. Candidates must have a high school diploma and some construction experience, with a focus on safety and teamwork. Excellent hourly wages, fringe benefits, and per diem are offered.

Benefits

Weekly per diem of $350
Full benefits package

Qualifications

  • Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
  • 1-2 years of related construction experience or training is helpful.
  • Must pass a urine drug test.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and maintain heavy equipment such as loaders, rollers, and pavers.
  • Monitor production issues with co-workers and supervisors.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Communication
Problem Solving
Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy Equipment Operation

Job description

Now hiring for the 2025 Season!

Extensive travel throughout South Dakota during the summer season (approximately April to November).

Job Summary:

Operate and maintain heavy equipment such as loaders, rollers, pavers, and screeds.

Responsibilities include:

  • Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written).
  • Be self-motivated and a team player with good interpersonal skills.
  • Maintain positive customer relations and act courteously and respectfully towards others.
  • Troubleshoot and solve problems related to material quality and equipment operation/repair.
  • Monitor and discuss production issues with co-workers and managers/supervisors.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety, and environmental regulations.

Extensive summer travel through the Dakotas.

Compensation and Benefits:

Excellent wages: $31.60 - $33.40/hr plus $21.90/hr fringe benefits.

Weekly per diem of $350 (covers housing) and a full benefits package.

Education/Experience:

Minimum high school diploma or GED required.

1-2 years of related construction experience or training is helpful.

Must pass a urine drug test.

Additional Information:

Border States Paving, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. We promote a drug-free workplace and require pre-employment and random drug testing.

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