Asphalt Raker

Finley Asphalt • Ashland, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Job Summary: The Primary responsibility of an Asphalt Raker is to rake and spead asphalt, base, dirt or other materials to the proper grade and finish in parking lots, roads and driveways with appropriate usage of a lute rake. Assist with the installation of new asphalt surfaces. Assist with the repair of existing asphalt surfaces. Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities: Distributes asphaltic materials by raking, smoothing and adjusting surface irregularities. Restores surface finish, spreads asphalt to proper grade and finishes before compaction. Matches and finishes freshly made asphalt paving joints evenly. Qualifications (Experience, Education & Certifications, Key Attributes): Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years of age. Pass pre-employment screen and criminal background check Previous work experience in construction or related as an asphalt laborer or flagger. Knowledge of road and traffic regulations Previous related experience of 3-5 years needed in the construction field and/or training Physical Requirements Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods: Constantly Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another: Constantly Moving in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching: Occasionally Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions: Occasionally Talking and hearing to communicate with others: Constantly Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens: N/A Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment: Constantly Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers: Constantly Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like: Occasionally Operating machinery and/or power tools: Constantly Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment: Constantly The ability to travel regionally or nationally: Occasionally Physical Demands Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Constantly: Sitting Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Constantly Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Occasionally Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Rarely Working Conditions Low temperatures: Constantly High temperatures: Constantly Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind: Constantly Noisy environments: Constantly Hazardous conditions: Rarely Shift work, to include overnight work: Occasionally Frequent overtime, including weekends: Constantly Office environment: N/A We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with OFCCP regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Pave America and it's companies promote a drug-free workplace. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. In compliance with OFCCP requirements, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify their gender, race, and veteran status. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Pass pre-employment screen and criminal background check
• Previous work experience in construction or related as an asphalt laborer or flagger.
• Knowledge of road and traffic regulations
• Previous related experience of 3-5 years needed in the construction field and/or training

Responsibilities

• Distributes asphaltic materials by raking, smoothing and adjusting surface irregularities.
• Restores surface finish, spreads asphalt to proper grade and finishes before compaction.
• Matches and finishes freshly made asphalt paving joints evenly.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed