Job Summary:
Performs general construction tasks involving physical labor at construction projects. May operate hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, plate compactors, and a variety of other equipment and instruments. Involves physical labor such as shoveling, laying asphalt, and heavy lifting. Will be responsible for cleaning up rubble and debris and preparing job sites for paving. May be required to drive utility trucks and other moving equipment.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Gathers tools for the day. Takes rakes, lutes, shovels, spray cans of release agents and more to job site
Assists in setting up proper traffic control
Delivers water to the rollers, plate compactors, power broom and other machines as required and instructed
Assists foreman with measuring and lining out the job for the day’s projects
Safely guides equipment operators within the work zone
Helps build launch pads at the beginning of the pull for the pavers
Places mix by shovelful and lutes it smoothly into a mat
Assists screed operator keeping an eye on the head of material by feeding material to the end gate and using a shovel to pull material out to end gate if necessary
Fixes any imperfections within the mat behind the screed
Maintains cleanliness around the job site area and excavation area
Ensures trucks are kept clean, including exterior, inside the cab, and windows/mirrors
Assists with cleaning equipment, tools, and spray cans. Fills tanks at the end of the shift if necessary and ensures all tools/materials are returned to tool truck for safekeeping
Saw cuts concrete and asphalt
Ensures a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task
Reports any tool or equipment malfunction to foreman and/or supervisor
Wears required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times
Brings customer issues and concerns to the attention of management
Performs other duties as required or assigned