Laborer - Asphalt

Team Elmer's; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Team Elmer's in Traverse City, MI is hiring Asphalt Laborers for a spring start. Join a crew that supports skilled paving teams in a fast-paced outdoor setting.

As an Asphalt Laborer you will assist with shoveling, raking, material handling, and site preparation, while operating hand and power tools as needed. You will help spread asphalt and maintain clean, organized work areas under the foreman's direction. Expect long hours, 5–6 days a week, in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass physical and drug screening.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• OSHA/MIOSHA safety rules compliance.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support paving crew with shoveling, raking, and material handling.
• Operate hand and power tools as required.
• Rake asphalt and sweep debris to keep work area clean.
• Lift, carry, and move materials safely.
• Assist with traffic control and site setup per foreman's directions.
• Work 5–6 days a week in varying conditions.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Punctuality

Reliability

Education

HS diploma or GED

CDL A/B preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Laborer Asphalt

Team Elmer's seeks to fill several openings for Asphalt Laborers for a spring start. This position will have the general responsibility to provide support and assistance to the other skilled workers working on the project

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work in a team environment with other co-workers and foreman
• Assist construction/paving crew with various duties such as; shoveling, raking and moving materials.
• May operate a variety of hand and power tools as well as some equipment.
• As part of the paving crew primarily will spend time raking asphalt, shoveling excess asphalt and sweeping up debris.
• Complete a variety of other general labor assignments such as clean and prepare sites.
• Required to spread asphalt using efficient techniques and maintaining a good pace.
• Works with rakes to redistribute the asphalt mix more correctly as it leaves the screed and is ready for rolling.
• Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment and movement of materials.
• Follow directions of foreman as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or job site.
• Lift, carry and hold materials, tools and supplies.
• Assist in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices.
• May be required to regulate traffic as needed.
• Ability and willingness to comply with and follow all company, OSHA, MIOSHA and DOT safety regulations.
• Other duties as assigned

"The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position."

Qualifications

• Valid license, CDL A or B preferred
• Clean driving record for past 5 years
• Ability to pass physical and drug screen
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Mechanical-- Knowledge of equipment, machines and tools including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Building and Construction-- Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
• Experience as a prep crew laborer or comparable experience is preferred.
• Ability to complete tasks on asphalt crew as needed such as handling power tools, running heavy equipment, raking, shoveling.
• Willingness and ability to learn and understand your role on the team.
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting, carrying, climbing, and walking. Repetitive lifting could be 40 or more pounds at any one time.
• Willingness to work long hours and work 5-6 days a week in all environmental conditions.
• Good work ethic, punctuality and alertness.
• Reliable transportation to and from jobsite or main location.
• Ability to follow all company, OSHA, MiOSHA, and company safety rules.

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