Rathdrum, Idaho
Fountain Valley, California
Posted: 06-Jan-25
Location: Rathdrum, Idaho
Type: Full Time
Salary: DOE
Industry:
Preferred Education:
Internal Number: 505151
Position Overview
In this role, you’ll operate various types of heavy equipment, to place and grade base rock for asphalt paving. You’ll work with a team on projects big and small.
If you’re someone that likes to see the visible results of your hard work each day, working outdoors, running equipment and being a part of building something, this is the career path for you.
Wage: DOE
Company Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k with Roth option & 5% Company Match
- Profit Sharing
- 9 Paid Holidays (8 Static and 1 Floating)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Potential for Overtime
- Opportunities for Internal Mobility
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Training Provided
- Earn More with our Employee Referral Program
- Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
- Opportunities for Community Engagement
Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
- Operate equipment safely and efficiently by utilizing equipment within its designed parameters. Equipment operated may include but is not limited to Grader, Bobcat, Skid Steer, Roller, Paver or Screed, Blade, Loader, Backhoe, Etc.
- Keep machines cleaned and maintained, referring major problems to the supervisor.
- Perform and document pre and post operational checks on equipment and vehicles.
- Travel to and from various locations.
- Loads and unloads equipment and secures equipment on trailer.
- Assist labor crew including shoveling, raking, and compacting of asphalt materials.
- Shovel, rake, and compact materials in grade and pave operations.
- Operate asphalt saw, concrete saw, chain saw and other power tools to remove asphalt and debris.
- Traffic control, including flagging and set-up of signs, cones, and barriers.
- Operate water truck, oil distributors and other equipment as instructed.
- Perform underground adjustments (i.e., manholes, catch basins).
- Measure, mark, paint, and stake per measurements for grade and pave operations.
- Load, unload from work truck and clean tools and equipment as needed.
- Perform “grade check” duties, including hammering hubs, reading grade stakes and plans.
- Promptly communicate with supervisors on any flaws in material.
- Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
- Other tasks and duties as assigned to meet business needs.
- Regular and timely attendance.
- Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Required
- Safety minded professional who demonstrates good performance, attendance, and punctuality.
- Valid Driver’s License
- Strong desire to learn a variety of tasks and equipment.
- Must pass pre-employment physical exam and controlled substance testing.
- Demonstrates the willingness to work overtime and weekends/holidays as needed.
- Demonstrates the ability to adhere to and maintain OSHA, MSHA, DOT and all other company or state rules and regulations.
Preferred
- Prior grading and/or construction equipment operation experience preferred.
- Class A CDL and current DOT medical card preferred.
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.
- Grip – with at least 90 lbs. of force
- Climbing – in, around, and on equipment
- Heavy Lifting – of extremely awkward parts and equipment up to 75 lbs. from floor to waist
- Awkward Positions – getting to and from both sitting and kneeling on the ground
- Flexibility – awkward reaches
- Balance – including standing and walking on extremely slick and uneven surfaces while carrying.
- Vision – 20/40 corrected vision to see moving safety hazards, moving equipment, vehicles, and obstructions
- Hearing – corrected to hear verbal safety warnings and instructions from coworkers
Work Environment:
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.
- Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.