Chip Box Equipment Operator

VSS International, Inc.; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

VSS International, Inc. in Santa Cruz County is seeking a Chip Box Equipment Operator to perform outdoor road construction duties. The role involves operating a chip box, coordinating with distributor trucks, and maintaining equipment on site.

The ideal candidate has strong communication, organization, and safety awareness, plus pavement preservation experience. This position is contingent upon project award and requires adherence to site safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Must have strong written and verbal communication to interact with drivers and customers.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects with organizational skills and clear communication.
• Strong sense of responsibility for timely and accurate completion of work.
• Capable of functioning under fast-paced, live-traffic conditions.
• Prior pavement preservation experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and control the chip box during chip seal operations; ensure uniform distribution of aggregate.
• Monitor spread rates; adjust gates, speed, and flow as directed.
• Coordinate with distributor truck operator and crew for alignment and coverage.
• Maintain safe distance from distributor truck at all times.
• Communicate adjustments, stops, or issues with the crew.
• Inspect chip box equipment daily and report mechanical issues; assist loading aggregate.
• Follow jobsite safety protocols, traffic control procedures, and company policies; assist with general crew duties when not operating equipment; maintain cleanliness of equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Safety conscious

Outdoor work

Multitasking

Tools

Chip box equipment

Equipment operation

Job description

"OUR PEOPLEAREOUR STRATEGY"

We are in need of Chip Box Equipment Operator for our VSS International, Inc . This opportunity is in Santa Cruz County and 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.

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