Paving Labor/Flagger

About the role

Hinkle Contracting, LLC, a CRH company, seeks an Asphalt Laborer to join our team. Hinkle operates one of Kentucky’s most extensive networks of state-of-the-art asphalt paving and production supply facilities. As part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies, and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task;
• Assist paving crew with various duties such as shoveling and raking, running wheelbarrow, safely backing/dumping trucks into paver;
• Signal operators of equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and materials with shovel;
• Follow direction of Foreman as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite;
• May be called upon to run small power tools such as jack hammer;
• Digs, spreads, and levels construction materials;
• Lifts, carries and holds material, tools and supplies;
• Aids in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices;
• Performs a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor;
• Performs a variety of tasks involving dexterous use of hands and tools;
• Maintains a clean job site, picking up tools and equipment to eliminate potential hazards;
• Performs daily pre-and-post inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies;
• May perform other duties such as shoveling asphaltic materials and assisting with maintenance of asphalt finishing machine to include adding or removing screed extensions;
• Responsible for daily maintenance of equipment to remain in proper and safe working order;
• Responsible for notifying supervisor if equipment needs to be repaired;
• Shifts may vary according to project;
• Ensures a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task;
• Reports any problems to your manager;
• Properly follows all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment;
• Operates equipment safely and efficiently;
• Follows verbal and written instruction;
• Communicates effectively;
• Displays a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors and the general public at all times;
• Reports to work at the designated start time;
• Willing to work nights and weekends when necessary;
• Willing to work overtime when required;
• Maintains current driver’s license that meets state requirements;
• Has a Motor Vehicle Record that meets company standards;
• Willing to work outdoors in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold;
• Strictly adheres to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook;
• Works in a team environment and assists co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required;
• Wears personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and / or MSHA;
• At least age 18 years of age due to nature of working environment;
• Previous related experience in construction field is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required;
• 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;
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check;
• Pass a pre-employment “Fit for Work” physical;
• Provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration document;
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors and the general public at all times;
• Report to work at the designated start time;
• Willing to travel and work away from home when required;
• Willing to work nights and weekends when necessary;
• Willing to work overtime when required;
• Maintain current driver’s license that meets state requirements;
• Have a Motor Vehicle Record that meets company standards;
• Willing to work outdoors in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold;
• Strictly adhere to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook;
• Work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required;
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and / or MSHA;
• At least age 18 years of age due to nature of working environment;
• Previous related experience in construction field is preferred.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below 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.