Skilled Laborer Asphalt - R2544

Fort Myer Construction; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking construction company that values hard work and community impact. As a Skilled Laborer, you'll be integral in paving roads and pathways, working alongside experienced operators in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. This role offers the chance to develop your skills while contributing to meaningful projects that help build the American Dream. If you're ready to embrace a challenging yet rewarding career with opportunities for growth and advancement, this position is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in asphalt and construction required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Ability to stand for long periods and work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Pour and set asphalt on roads and pathways.
• Assist with traffic control and clean work sites.
• Perform maintenance on asphalt production equipment.

Skills

Asphalt Placement

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Physical Stamina

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Shovel

Lute

Asphalt Finishing Machine

Job description

Skilled Laborer-Asphalt

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fort Myer Construction Corporation (FMCC) is a premier contractor in the DMV that is currently experiencing tremendous growth. If you desire to be part of a company with an opportunity to grow in your career and be rewarded for your contributions – then FMCC is the place for you. We are a union base. At the end of the day, we strive to make a difference in people’s lives by helping build “the American Dream “in the DMV. We are a multi-million-dollar company with over 800 employees and are one of the most “called by name” Heavy Highway Construction companies in the region. If you do not mind hard work and want to make a difference in your community then please consider joining the FMCC family.

Summary:

The Skilled Laborer will pour smoothly, and set asphalt on roads, pathways, and parking lots. This may include raking, sweeping, and lining out the road as well as working alongside the Pave Operator, Milling Machine Operator, Roller Operator and Screedman.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Placement of hot mix asphalt through the use of a shovel, lute or other related tools,
• Shovel asphaltic materials and assist with maintenance of asphalt finishing machine to include adding or removing screed extensions,
• Perform asphalt millings, prepare surface for paving, and prepare asphalt for hot mix concrete,
• Assist with traffic control during paving operations,
• Clean and sanitize asphalt production equipment,
• Handle construction materials,
• Set up and tears down work sites,
• Sweep and clean roads,
• Responsible for pavement marking, striping, and signage,
• Follow instruction of Asphalt Equipment Operator and Asphalt Foreman,
• Must wear proper attire at all times including PPE,
• May be required to work extended hours including evenings, nights, and weekends,
• Additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Must have 2 years or more years of experience in Asphalt and construction,
• High school diploma or GED desired,
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills,
• Must have the ability to stand for long periods of time,
• Must have the ability to stand and walk with the coordination between their hands, eyes and feet to guide equipment in situations where precision is required,
• Must have the ability to work both independently and in a team environment,
• Must have fast reflexes, good depth perception and the ability to set controls quickly, precisely and repeatedly,
• Must be able to successfully pass a background and drug screening.

Working Conditions:

• This job requires the ability to lift, pull, and push a minimum of 50 lbs., bend, stoop, kneel, reach, squat, and twist. In addition, you must have the ability to be on your feet regularly and use hands, arms, and legs repeatedly on the job. This includes frequently walking on sloped ground and slippery and uneven surfaces.
• This job requires the ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• This job requires the ability to see, whether naturally or with vision correction tools (glasses, contacts).
• This job requires the ability to perform essential tasks in less than favorable job conditions. These may include but are not limited to: Performing strenuous work in varying temperatures, humidity, wind, or other extreme inclement weather conditions for extended periods of time.
• Work may be performed in an environment with exposure to extremely hot materials, fuel, fumes, vapors, dust, grease and oils, as well as loud and/or constant noise and exposure to moving equipment.

*Note: This position is considered Safety-Sensitive, and therefore subject to various schedule and unscheduled screenings for controlled substances.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully subscribe to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants and/or employees are considered for hire, promotion, training opportunities, and work assignments, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or sexual orientation) marital status, national origin, age (40 or older) veteran status, disability, or genetic information or any other basis protected by federal or local laws.

Disclaimer:

The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees assigned to this job. Management has discretion to add or modify job duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time.