Asphalt Paving - Laborer

Division: Brannan Sand + Gravel Position: Asphalt Paving Laborer Reports To: Project Foreman FLSA Status: Full Time Location: Various Denver Metro Locations Position Summary: This is an opportunity where hard work-ethic, dependability, and eagerness to learn are necessary to have a successful further in the Road Paving and Materials Manufacturing business. It is our desire to hire employees who have a willingness to learn and aspiration to increase skills and experience in a hands-on working environment.

General Responsibilities: As a Paving Laborer at Brannan, you will be responsible for taking direction from superiors in the application of asphalt and aggregate materials; we build and pave roads! In your first season you can expect to learn the following:

• Learn how to work safely – wear all PPE and why it is needed, stay out of traffic, working around heavy equipment, working around other contractors, proper lifting techniques, and awareness of your surroundings
• Learn to shovel
• Learn to rake
• Help get tools out and ready in the morning – shovels, rakes, brooms, and other tools
• Help set string lines
• Take tickets from each truck load
• Mark out manholes and water valve boxes on concrete before paving
• Clean up equipment at the end of the day – paver, skid steer, clean out area
• Clean up curb & gutters, cross pans, and general work area
• Put everything back on service truck at the end of the day – shovels, rakes, brooms, string line, small tools
• Show up to work every day, and on time every day
• No use of cell phone during the work shift

Qualifications:

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends if or when necessary.
• Report to the assigned job site in proper attire and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures!!
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen, we comply with federal regulations!

Benefits:

• Group Medical, Dental, Life Insurance
• Vision Care Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• 401k Savings Plans
• Voluntary Group Term Life
• Legal Shield/ID Shield
• Canvas Credit Union
• AFLAC Supplemental Insurance
• Direct Deposit
• Paid weekly

Physical Requirements:

• Standing - 8 to 10 hours daily
• Walking - 8 to 10 hours daily
• Bending/Stooping - 8 to 10 hours daily
• Repetitive Movement (shoveling/sweeping) – 8 to 10 hours daily
• Lifting (weights up to 100 lbs.) - Occasionally
• Lift and Carry (50/60 lbs. for 20 feet) - Regularly
• Push / Pull – 8 to 10 hours daily

Hourly Pay Range: $16.00 - $18.00 The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job.