Asphalt Skid Steer Operator Tampa FL

Job ID: 526610

Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division, part of CRH Southeast Division of Companies, is the leader in production of high-quality hot mix and warm mix asphalt, and, with a team of skilled contracting professionals, Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division also offers design-build and conventional-bid-build solutions for roadway and civil construction projects.

Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, and with offices throughout Florida, Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division performs asphalt paving, grading, and related roadway services.

Our employees make Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division a great place to work.

We promote a strong safety culture, where employees take responsibility for their own safety.

This is a skilled position involving the control and operation of a skid steer machine during the road paving process.

Experience with asphalt pavi equipment/highway equipment preferred.

Other duties to include operating a power broom, running grade control on milling machine, and flagging, and laboring when needed

Job Description Summary


* The selected candidate will be required to work in a team environment with other co-workers and managers.


* Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.


* Properly follow all company policies and OSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.


* Report any problems to the manager.


* Assist construction / paving crew with various duties such as shoveling and raking and running wheelbarrow.


* Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment and movement of materials.


* Follow directions of manager as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or job site.


* May be called upon to run small power tools such as jack hammer.


* Dig, spread and level construction materials.


* Lift, carry and hold materials, tools and supplies.


* Assist in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices.


* Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:


* Prior experience with asphalt paving equipment.


* Operate equipment safely and efficiently.


* Thorough understanding of the paving industry including preparatory work, grades, drainage, paving patterns, aggregate size, job specifications, oil consistencies, compaction and other details related to asphalt paving.


* The operator is responsible for the efficient working condition of the equipment and is expected to perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor.


* High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; and one to two years related asphalt and road construction experience.

What CRH Offers You



* Highly competitive base pay


* Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs


* Group retirement savings pro...