Asphalt Broom Tractor Operator

Broom Tractor Operator

General Description

Responsible for safely and efficiently operating of a loader with a broom attachment in order to maintain a clean job site.

 Beaufort/Ridgeland

Key Duties

• Operate a loader with broom attachment.
• Ability to operate equipment efficiently.
• Perform daily safety checks of fluid levels on oil, water, fuel and inspections for leaks and damage to vehicle before operation
• Responsible for daily maintenance of vehicle to remain in proper and safe working order
• Responsible for notifying supervisor if vehicle needs to be repaired
• Demonstrates safety 1^st
• Identifies and turns in near miss reports.
• Speaks up when sees unsafe act. 

Qualification Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education and Experience.  This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires previous experience as a Broom Tractor or heavy equipment operator.
• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred. 
• Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of industry related experience is required for this position, with an emphasis on roads, highways, and bridges.

• Physical Demands.  The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Broom Tractor Operator to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 
• Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day.  Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
• Frequently work with hands extended overhead, sometimes in conjunction with the operation of hand power tools.
• Ability to lift, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds personally, and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Manual dexterity to hand-carry generators, lumber and other construction materials, forms, power tools, and hand tools.
• Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
• Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
• Capable of safely and productively operating a man-lift.
• The Operator must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.

• Work Environment.  The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Broom Tractor Operator encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project. 
• Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites or equipment shop such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and asphalt.

Company Benefits:

• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy
• Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Maternity Leave
• Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Term Life
• Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies
• 401(k) Plan w/Employer Match
• Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities
• Discount Partnerships: Verizon, Ford, Perkspot
• Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness Incentives

We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply