Asphalt Plant Laborer

Adams Construction Company; Hillsville (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in asphalt paving is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team. This role involves performing essential manual and semi-skilled tasks related to cleanup and maintenance in a dynamic asphalt plant environment. Candidates must be physically fit, able to work in heat, and not afraid of heights. With a commitment to a family culture, this company offers a supportive atmosphere and a chance to contribute to vital infrastructure projects. If you're looking for a hands-on position where you can make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation required.
• Must be able to lift and carry heavy loads (up to 75 pounds).

Responsibilities

• Cleans, greases, and assists in maintaining equipment.
• Conducts housekeeping and routine maintenance around the asphalt plant.

Skills

Manual labor

Ability to work in heat-intensive environment

Climbing stairs/ladders

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sledge hammer

Wrenches

Screwdrivers

Cutting torch

Welder

Pneumatic hammer/drill

Sand blaster

Pipe wrench

Hand shovel

Job description

Adams Construction Company is one of the oldest asphalt paving firms in Virginia. Since 1946, Adams has participated in the construction of every interstate throughout Virginia and most of the primary highways. Throughout the Company’s growth in Virginia and into North Carolina, it has strived to maintain a family culture in a corporate world.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision of a plant superintendent, performs a variety of manual or semiskilled tasks related to cleanup and grounds maintenance in and around the asphalt plant. Candidate must not be afraid of heights due to plant environment. Must be willing and able to work in a heat-intensive environment.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cleans, greases and assists in maintaining equipment.
• Uses tools such as sledge hammer, wrenches, screwdrivers, cutting torch, welder, pneumatic hammer/drill, sand blaster, pipe wrench, hand shovel.
• Must be able to climb stairs/ladders to the top of the plant.
• Conducts housekeeping and routine maintenance in and around the asphalt plant.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
• The ability to use one's abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.
• The ability to coordinate movements of two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the body is in motion.
• The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
• The ability to quickly move the arms or legs.
• The ability to exert oneself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
• Able to understand and carry out verbal and/or written directions paying attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy loads of up to 75 pounds or more on a day-to-day basis.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Reliable transportation.

BENEFITS:

• Health.
• Vision.
• 401K.
• Paid time off.

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Employees will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisors, unless otherwise restricted.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.