Asphalt Paving Laborer

5880 Lipan St, Denver CO

Description

Division: Brannan Sand + Gravel Position: Asphalt Paving Laborer Reports To: Project Foreman FLSA Status: Full Time Location: Various Denver Metro Locations Position Summary: This is an opportunity where hard work-ethic, dependability, and eagerness to learn are necessary to have a successful further in the Road Paving and Materials Manufacturing business. It is our desire to hire employees who have a willingness to learn and aspiration to increase skills and experience in a hands-on working environment. General Responsibilities: As a Paving Laborer at Brannan, you will be responsible for taking direction from superiors in the application of asphalt and aggregate materials; we build and pave roads! In your first season you can expect to learn the following: • Learn how to work safely – wear all PPE and why it is needed, stay out of traffic, working around heavy equipment, working around other contractors, proper lifting techniques, and awareness of your surroundings • Learn to shovel • Learn to rake • Help get tools out and ready in the morning – shovels, rakes, brooms, and other tools • Help set string lines • Take tickets from each truck load • Mark out manholes and water valve boxes on concrete before paving • Clean up equipment at the end of the day – paver, skid steer, clean out area • Clean up curb & gutters, cross pans, and general work area • Put everything back on service truck at the end of the day – shovels, rakes, brooms, string line, small tools • Show up to work every day, and on time every day • No use of cell phone during the work shift Functional Responsibilities: • Greases plant and keeps air oilers full • Inspects bearings, belts and belt splices • Identifies and reports air and fuel needs or issues • Understands and troubleshoots mechanical and electrical controls • Safety is always # 1 at Brannan – It’s required that you properly wear all PPE, participate in safety programs and trainings to maintain necessary credentials, use proper lock-out/tag-out and confined space entry procedures, be knowledgeable about working around heavy equipment in a mining environment, use proper lifting techniques, and always keep an awareness of your surroundings • Shovel work • Help get tools out and ready in the morning – shovels, rakes, brooms, and other tools • Clean up general work area • Clean and put all tools and equipment back where it belongs at the end of each day • Show up to work every day, and on time every day • No use of cell phone during the work shift This position is what you make of it!! There is room for growth potential at Brannan Companies, and those individuals who have the willingness to learn and gain proficiency operating paving equipment will be compensated and promoted. Qualifications: • Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times. • Must be at least 18 years of age • Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation • Must be willing to work nights and weekends if or when necessary. • Report to the assigned job site in proper attire and ready to begin work at the designated start time. • Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures!! • Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required. • Must be able to pass a drug screen, we comply with federal regulations! Benefits: • Group Medical, Dental, Life Insurance • Vision Care Insurance • Short-Term Disability • 401k Savings Plans • Voluntary Group Term Life • Legal Shield/ID Shield • Canvas Credit Union • AFLAC Supplemental Insurance • Direct Deposit • Paid weekly Physical Requirements: • Standing - 8 to 10 hours daily • Walking - 8 to 10 hours daily • Bending/Stooping - 8 to 10 hours daily • Repetitive Movement (shoveling/sweeping) – 8 to 10 hours daily • Lifting (weights up to 100 lbs.) - Occasionally • Lift and Carry (50/60 lbs. for 20 feet) - Regularly • Push / Pull – 8 to 10 hours daily Hourly Pay Range: $16.00 - $18.00 To apply please visit us online at: www.brannan1.com/careers The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job.