Job Information
Superior Paving Corp. EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - ROLLER in Salem, Virginia
Description/Job Summary
Company Values:
In the performance of their tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following Superior values:
INTEGRITY "Adhering to our principles" EXCELLENCE "Continually raising the industry standard"
COMMITMENT "Upholding our promises" PARTNERSHIP "Creating positive relationships"
Job Summary
Operate a variety of construction and paving machines and equipment including; Milling Machine, Roller, Asphalt Paver, Motor Grade, and Loader to perform paving preparation and operations.
Responsibilities/Duties
Job Duties
Move levers to operate and control equipment and computerized controls to ensure the product meets Superior quality standards.
Set up, install, inspect equipment, and record findings according to established standards. Make adjustments and minor repairs using hand tools.
Monitor machine for proper operation while observing asphalt surface and other surroundings.
Be conscientious of workers safety within the vicinity of the machine.
Maintain equipment for optimal operation while it is on-site (oil, grease, clean, etc.)
Coordinate truck dumping and/or loading of trucks and transfer of materials.
Fill up equipment with paving materials.
Drive equipment to and from the job site.
Clean up of the job site with or without equipment.
Communicate recognized problems with tools, equipment, work areas and products as they arise.
Train others on the use of equipment.
Clearing and preparing highway work zones, rights of ways, end of pass and joints by removing litter, debris, rocks, existing building materials, concrete, mud and vegetation as needed.
Shoveling and or raking hot asphalt and traffic flagging as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills
Job Requirements
Must be 18 years of age
Must be able to lift 75 lbs regularly throughout a shift
Must be able to stand for 12 hours and be able to walk up to 4 miles in a day with minimal breaks.
Ability to learn how to use and handle hand tools, and control traffic according to regulations.
Manual dexterity to safely use tools and equipment.
Good eye-hand coordination, good physical fitness, multi-limb coordination, static strength and a good sense of balance.
Ability to perform strenuous or peak physical activities for prolonged periods of time under conditions of various weather conditions and extreme environments.
Ability to work as a member of a team.
Ability to adhere to Superior policies and other safety regulations.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and nights as required.
Valid Driver's License preferred.
High School Diploma or equivalency preferred.
Job Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Attendance/Punctuality - is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Safety and Security - observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
Teamwork - contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests.
Quality - demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work to ensure quality.
Productivity/Quantity - meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.
Dependability - follows instructions, responds to management direction; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate persons with an alternate plan.
Communication - listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
Details
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, twisting, grasping; and seeing and hearing within normal ranges. Must lift and/or move up to 75 pounds unassisted throughout the hour and shift.
Work Environment/Tools and Equipment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Vehicle and field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, fumes, vibrations; temperature variations and inclement weather conditions; work around heavy construction equipment. Work on uneven or wet surfaces.
Tools and equipment regularly used; jackhammer, sledge, axe, shovel, rake, spreaders, drills, grinders, saws, cleaning equipment, water hose, Milling Machine, Asphalt Paver, Motor Grade, and Loader, back-hoe, dump truck, pickup truck, street sweeper, road grater, front-end loader, street roller, manlift, tamper, plate compactor, pumps, compressors, sanders, generators, common hand and power tools, wrenches, detection devices, mobile radio, telephone, ditch witch, and hydraulic excavator, etc.