Asphalt Groundsman - Gainesville, GA

Baldwin Paving•Gainesville, GA

1d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Baldwin Paving Company, Inc. is hiring a full-time Asphalt Groundsman based primarily at its Gainesville, Georgia asphalt plant, which is the employee’s home work location. The role reports to the Plant Manager and may support other company asphalt plants in the Greater Atlanta area as operational needs require. The position requires reliable transportation and flexibility to travel to assigned work locations. Schedules may include day or night shifts, long hours, and weekend work, including Saturdays and Sundays. The Groundsman performs varied duties to support smooth asphalt plant operations, including housekeeping, repairs, and preventative maintenance. The role also assists with plant operations, equipment maintenance, welding and fabrication, and safe operation of a front-end loader. The hourly compensation range is $18–$20 depending on experience, with a bonus opportunity. Benefits are available after an applicable waiting period.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent desired but not required.
Ability to operate a front-end loader safely and efficiently.
Ability to access all areas of the plant to perform maintenance and repairs.
Ability to detect safety hazards and equipment malfunctions and respond accordingly.
Ability to follow directions.
Professional and courteous attitude toward co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
Willingness to work nights and weekends when necessary.
Willingness to work in a team environment and assist others with duties as required.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel to assigned work locations when needed.
Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Manual dexterity and strength in arms and feet to manipulate equipment controls, tools, and other items used for adjustments or minor maintenance.
Ability to use hands, arms, back, and shoulders to handle, install, position, and move items and manipulate objects.
Ability to stand, bend, kneel, or sit for long periods.

Nice To Haves

Experience relevant to the role; compensation depends on experience.

Responsibilities

Assist the plant foreperson with the daily operations and upkeep of the plant.
Maintain plant housekeeping, including shoveling.
Perform repairs to plant equipment as needed and carry out preventative maintenance.
Access plant areas to perform necessary maintenance and repairs.
Perform welding and fabrication duties as required.
Operate a front-end loader to move aggregate, sand, and recycled asphalt within the plant yard or at a job site.
Conduct front-end loader pre-operation inspections, report mechanical issues, and follow safety protocols and site procedures.
Detect safety hazards and equipment malfunctions and respond accordingly.
Follow directions and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
Report to assigned job sites in proper attire and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
Comply with safety requirements and procedures in the Safety Manual.
Wear required personal protective equipment in designated operations and production areas.