Blade Operator - Heavy Equipment Operator (Phoenix, AZ)

Sunland Asphalt•Phoenix, AZ

86d•Onsite

About The Position

The Blade Operator performs a variety of physical tasks to include operating heavy equipment and machinery and using power tools and/or hand tools for applying asphalt products as defined by each job/project. Sunland Asphalt & Construction, LLC. strives to recruit top talent and we are committed to help you grow both professionally and personally. We are confident you will find our Company a dynamic and rewarding place in which to work because here at Sunland Asphalt our vision is: 'To be the best place in the world to work.' Voted as one of Phoenix Business Journal's 'Best Places to Work,' Sunland offers employees competitive weekly pay and paid time off, 401(K), work/life balance and community involvement, comprehensive health benefits including; health, dental, vision, award winning peers & projects, and a foundation built on safety.

Requirements

Must have a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
Six (6) months to one (1) year related experience is preferred.
Ability to speak read and write English is preferred.
A CDL license is preferred and may even be required for some departments/divisions.

Responsibilities

Employee shall perform all duties and responsibilities with Sunland's Core Values at the forefront.
Must work quickly, productively and safely to meet production goals as outlined by the Foreman, Superintendent and/or Production Manager.
Follow direction of the Foreman and/or Superintendent with regards to daily production schedule and activities.
Operate heavy equipment; specifically Cat equipment.
Must be an advocate of safety and follow safety policies and procedures.
Actively participate in job-site and safety meetings and all Company related training.
Works in conjunction with Foreman or Crew Leader to ensure the job-site is safe and traffic is controlled prior to commencing work.
Must be a strong communicator and be in constant contact with the paver operator, truck drivers and general laborers.
If driving a commercial motor vehicle, CMV, will conduct pre/post trip inspections in compliance with federal, state and local laws.
May operate trucks to transport equipment to and from production sites as required and assist in the maintenance of all equipment.
Inspect, clean and maintain equipment and machinery.
Responsible for reporting problems and malfunction equipment and/or machinery to supervisor and/or shop personnel.
May set up and tear down equipment.
Maintain a clean job site; pick up all tools and equipment and secure job site each day.
Understand material handling and storage in compliance with SDS sheets.
Coordinate and work with contractors, sub-contractors and vendors to complete job.
Serve as front-line Company representative and must provide excellent service to the customer and to the public.
Use equipment and/or an assortment of hand tools such as rakes, shovels, wheel barrels, etc.
Perform all other general laborer work as needed.
Any and all other duties assigned. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.