Aspahlt Paver Operator

About the role

Lone Star Paving is a paving contractor operating in the Central Texas region with paving crews, HMA, aggregate, trucking, milling, and quality control. Our operations complete heavy highway and civil projects throughout Texas. We pride ourselves in being a family-oriented organization with a goal of upholding the safety and health of our number one asset, our employees.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to run, maneuver, and utilize the Paver Machine.
• Heavy equipment experience is a plus.
• Inspects equipment before operating to make sure it is in good working order and ready for the day, including post shift inspection for the same.
• Practices awareness of others working alongside the machines, and exercises safety practices at all times. Safety is essential!
• Perform general laborer duties associated with asphalt paving, patching, or prep crews.
• Will be expected to leave the machine as required by foreman and job perimeters to help shovel, rake, and handle other tools and equipment.
• May be called upon to run power tools.
• Demonstrate coordination of function and possess the strength required to use all controls of the equipment on heavy equipment safely.
• Able to remain stationary in the seat or operating area of the equipment for prolonged periods.
• Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment and movement of materials.
• Aid in the placement, moving, and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices as needed.
• Problem-solving skills to diagnose issues with equipment.
• Strong oral communication skills to interact with other workers on the jobsite.
• Perform other duties as requested and assigned.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience within the asphalt industry.
• 1-2 years' experience of operating paving equipment.
• Must be organized with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Must be positive, friendly, and professional.
• Ability to work well with others in a group or one-on-one setting.
• Promote, execute and adhere to the company's safety policy, and encourage all employees, subcontractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
• Work in a safe, responsible manner to not intentionally or unintentionally injure oneself, or endanger the wellbeing of others.
• Promote a team approach and maintain dialogue with all employees to exchange information and gather ideas.
• Collaborate with any project teams on other special initiatives, as required.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Mid-Level Position
• Working knowledge of asphalt production and associated equipment, and an understanding of operations and safety requirements is required.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required.

Benefits

• This position is FULL TIME.
• The pay structure for this role will be based on a competitive hourly rate.
• This position will qualify for the employee benefit program.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program.

Working Conditions

• Be available for overtime, extended hours, night shifts, and weekends as required.
• Some travel may be required as our operations span throughout Texas.
• Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include but not be limited to inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
• Must comply with the company's drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required.
• Proper PPE is required at all times.