Aslphalt Laborer
About The Position
The Asphalt Laborer is part of Pramira’s outside plant division and is directed by the Construction Foreman. The role is accountable for completing assigned tasks accurately and following policies and procedures related to safety, quality, and production. Work involves assisting with asphalt, pavement maintenance, roadwork, and related construction activities, including preparing surfaces and materials, using tools and equipment, maintaining safe work areas, and cleaning job sites. The position requires outdoor work around dirt, dust, high temperatures, and hot materials, as well as physical labor. The melter or kettle equipment is loaded and towed to and from job sites daily. Pramira is a general contractor providing construction services across California, including buildings, electrical, and telecommunications infrastructure. The company describes its culture as focused on safety, integrity, and operational excellence, and states that it invests in employee growth and well-being. The stated pay range is $22–$27 per hour, depending on experience. Applicants must pass a drug test and background check. Pramira provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment on protected grounds.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must have a valid driver license and a clean driving record.
- Must be able to operate a melter or kettle used to heat and apply pavement-preservation materials.
- Must be able to safely load, unload, prepare, and secure the melter or kettle for daily transportation to and from job sites.
- Must be comfortable working outdoors around dirt, dust, high temperatures, and hot materials.
- Must be able to operate basic hand and power tools and assist with construction equipment.
- Must be able to perform physical labor, including lifting materials, working outdoors, and standing for extended periods.
- Must be familiar with construction-site safety, personal protective equipment (PPE), heat-exposure precautions, and traffic-control procedures.
- Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a crew.
- Must be willing to learn Maxwell Products’ application methods, equipment operation, and safety requirements.
- Must pass a drug test and background check.
Nice To Haves
- Previous general construction, asphalt, pavement maintenance, or roadwork experience.
- Experience with crack sealing, pavement repair, asphalt application, or similar materials.
Responsibilities
- Clean and prepare construction and work areas to eliminate potential hazards.
- Assist crew members with asphalt, pavement maintenance, and roadwork activities.
- Assist with preparing, placing, spreading, and finishing asphalt and pavement materials.
- Operate hand tools and basic power tools used for asphalt and pavement repair and maintenance.
- Assist with crack sealing, pavement repair, surface preparation, and related asphalt applications.
- Assist with operating, loading, unloading, and preparing melters, kettles, and other asphalt application equipment.
- Assist with measuring, marking, cutting, and preparing pavement surfaces for repair or treatment.
- Assist with excavation, trenching, grading, filling, and compacting soil or aggregate.
- Assist with handling and placing conduit, cables, and other construction materials.
- Maintain tools and equipment and report damaged or unsafe equipment.
- Perform daily site clean-up and dispose of construction materials and debris properly.
- Assist with traffic control and maintain safe work areas around vehicles, equipment, and the public.
- Comply with safety standards, procedures, and work practices while operating equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
