Chip Box Equipment Operator

VSS International, Inc.; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

VSS International, Inc. seeks a Chip Box Equipment Operator for Monterey County on a road construction project. The role is outdoors and requires working safely with a crew on chip seal operations.

The ideal candidate is a hardworking team player with strong communication skills and reliability, capable of standing up to fast-paced field conditions and coordinating with distributors and drivers.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively in written and verbal form.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks on a live construction site.
• Strong sense of responsibility for timely and accurate completion of work.
• Capable of working under fast-paced, outdoor conditions near traffic.

Responsibilities

• Operate and control the chip box during chip seal operations; ensure uniform distribution of aggregate.
• Monitor chip spread rates and adjust gates, speed, and flow as directed.
• Coordinate with distributor truck operator and crew to maintain alignment and coverage.
• Maintain safe distance and spacing from distributor truck at all times.
• Communicate effectively with crew regarding adjustments, stops, or issues.
• Perform daily inspections of chip box equipment; report mechanical issues; assist loading aggregate.
• Follow all safety protocols, traffic control procedures, and company policies; assist with general crew duties and equipment cleanliness.

Skills

Safety mindset

Communication

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Attention to detail

Job description

\"OUR PEOPLEAREOUR STRATEGY\"

We are in need of Chip Box Equipment Operator for our VSS International, Inc . This opportunity is in Monterey County contingent upon being awarded the project.

The ideal candidate will be a safe, hardworking, team-oriented person who is ok with working outdoors on road construction crews.

General Duties

• Operate and control the chip box during chip seal operationsEnsure uniform distribution of aggregate across the treated surface


• Monitor chip spread rates and adjust gates, speed, and flow as directed


• Coordinate closely with distributor truck operator and crew to maintain alignment and coverage


• Maintain safe distance and spacing from distributor truck at all times


• Communicate effectively with crew regarding adjustments, stops, or issues


• Perform daily inspections of chip box equipment and report mechanical issuesAssist with loading aggregate into the chip box


• Follow all jobsite safety protocols, traffic control procedures, and company policiesAssist with general crew duties when not operating equipmentMaintain cleanliness of chip box and related equipment

Qualifications

• Must have good communications skills both written and verbal to interact with internal and external drivers and customers.


• Must possess the ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects utilizing organizational skills and communications skills.


• Strong sense of responsibility regarding timely and accurate completion of work, and a strong commitment to company goals.


• Must be capable of functioning under fast paced stressful working conditions within live traffic


• Prior pavement preservation experience is required

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affinection Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.