Backhoe Operator - Asphalt Milling

Branscome Companies Inc.; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Branscome is seeking a Backhoe Operator to safely operate machinery for asphalt milling and paving prep. You will dig, lift and move materials, support milling crews, and prep surfaces for paving under varying shift schedules.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, at least 2 years of backhoe experience, and a strong safety mindset. Overtime and day/night shift flexibility are expected in a fast-paced Virginia work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Backhoe Operator preferred.
• Strong safety mindset and ability to work in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a backhoe to dig, lift and move materials in asphalt milling and paving operations.
• Operate a backhoe to prepare and support road and pavement projects.
• Work alongside milling machines to remove asphalt and prepare surfaces for paving.
• Support asphalt milling crews by preparing and cleaning work areas and moving debris.
• Operate other heavy equipment such as skid steers and brooms as needed.
• Overtime work is required and shift flexibility may be necessary.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Safety-focused

Team/independent work

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Backhoe Operator - Asphalt Milling

Department: Hampton Roads

Reports to: Paving Supervisor

Major Role and Purpose

• Safely operator a Backhoemachine to dig, lift and move materials in asphalt milling and pavingoperations to prepare for pavement preparation - resurfacing highways, roadways, parking lots, etc.

Description of Duties

• Ensure a safe work environmentin compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
• Operator a backhoe to prepare and support road and pavement projects.
• Work alongside milling machines to remove asphalt and prepare surfaces for paving.
• Support asphalt milling crews by preparing and cleaning work areas and moving debris.
• Operator other pieces of heavy equipment such as skid steers and brooms as needed.
• Combines excavation and paving support roles.
• Overtime work is required.
• Must be able to work a day shift or night shift depending on the operational needs.
• Perform all other duties deemed necessary or assigned by supervisor.

Education

• High School Diploma / GED.

Work Experience

• Minimum 2years of experienceas a Backhoe Operator preferred.

Skills Required

• Effective communication and organization skills.
• Strong commitment to safety and the ability to work safety in various conditions.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.

Physical Demands

• Job requires the following motions: climbing, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, vibrating, and reaching.
• Requires lifting up to 50lbs.
• Overtime work is required.
• Potential exposure to extremes of hot or cold weather.

EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet

About Branscome:

OUR COMPANY

For more than 60 years in Virginia, our crews have been safely delivering the infrastructure that our communities are built on. We take immense pride in building the things that you can see, but also those you can’t. Camaraderie in the field, with our clients, and out in the community is the spirit that drives our dedication and commitment to excellence.

Branscome's vertically integrated services provide a streamlined end-to-end scalable solution for our customers. It's the satisfaction of a job well done recognition of team effort and the delight of our customers that keep us creating infrastructure and connecting people.

OUR TEAM

When you work for Branscome, you join our innovative team in completing the area's most important large-scale, fast-track projects. You help us provide excavation, site work, underground utilities, asphalt paving, ready-mix concrete, and more to a slew of satisfied clients, including VDOT, Norfolk International Terminal, numerous local governments, private developers, and corporate entities. At Branscome, workers take pride in their work and inspire each other with their teamwork, innovation, and enthusiasm. This attitude of excellence generates the superior customer service that Branscome is known for.

Branscome benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, retirement savings and professional development.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

When you work for Branscome, you join our diverse, innovative team. Our differences breed the ideas which fuel our success. Every aspect of our relationship with current and potential employees is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. This pertains not only to initial employment and working conditions but also to all actions affecting hiring, promotions and transfers, training (including apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship when required), compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. Adherence to this policy and compliance with the law is expected of all employees.

Branscome EEO Statement Branscome is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of this Company to assure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and any other characteristic protected by law. Such action shall include: employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, and/or on-the-job training. Branscome is in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations and ensure equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Branscome will provide reasonable accommodation to all applicants who require assistance completing the online application process. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, please email [e-mail] for assistance. We are committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more: EEO is the Law and EEOC is the Law Supplement.