What are the responsibilities and job description for the Russell Standard - Road Construction Laborer position at Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions, Inc?
Summary
The General Laborer is vital in the overall operation of the Pavement Preservation Team. General Laborers perform the tasks necessary for the day-to-day operations and application of products.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Controls flow of traffic by flagging
- Operates construction and/or power equipment for use in asphalt paving
- Loads, hauls and unloads various equipment, materials, and supplies
- Performs routine inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or repairs to the supervisor
- Cleans equipment
- Follows all safety policies and practices
- All other duties as assigned
- Drives company vehicle to and from job site, including interstate driving
Skills and Education
Required
- High School diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid Driver's License
- DOT Med Card (Or ability to get one prior to start date)
- DOT Flagger Training Certificate (Or ability to get one prior to start date)
- Aptitude for learning new tasks and skills
Preferred
- Asphalt materiel handling
- Asphalt machinery experience
Job Requirements
- Ability to work in a team environment with other crew members, as well as the ability to work independently without close supervision
- Must be available for overnight travel at job sites
- Must be able to work overtime and have a willingness to be flexible in scheduling
- Ability to work varied shifts and long hours during peak operation times (spring, summer and fall)
- Ability to safely lift at least 50 pounds and recognize unsafe operating conditions
- Ability to perform work which requires frequent and regular movement of wrists, hands, and/or fingers
- Ability to perform work which requires frequent and regular walking and standing
- Ability to see, hear, talk, and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity
Work Environment
Work sites are outdoors and may require that work be done in adverse weather conditions. This position requires its responsibilities to be performed in potentially hazardous traffic conditions. Work conditions may involve exposure to hot materials, chemicals, fumes, dust, odors, gases, and other substances used in a construction environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Russell Standard is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to high standards of business conduct and civil responsibility. The company does not discriminate in hiring, training, or employment, in accordance with the requirements of all applicable state and federal laws, based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Russell Standard intends to provide a work environment that is pleasant, professional, and free from intimidation, hostility, or other offenses that might interfere with work performance.