HMA Plant Ground Hand Laborer

Lone Star Paving•Buda, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Lone Star Paving is a paving contractor operating in Central Texas, with paving crews, HMA, aggregate, trucking, milling, and quality-control operations. The HMA Plant Ground Hand Laborer is an integral member of the plant crew, working with the team and management to help complete jobs to high standards. The role involves physical labor and tasks related to HMA work in varied settings and environments. This is a full-time position paid at a competitive hourly rate and eligible for the employee benefit program. Work is performed outdoors and may involve inclement weather, heat, humidity, dust, and asphalt exposure. Overtime, extended hours, night shifts, weekends, and some travel throughout Texas may be required. Drug and alcohol testing requirements apply, and proper personal protective equipment must be worn at all times.

Requirements

Up to 1 year of experience.
Ability to perform physical labor, including shoveling and raking.
Organized and detail-oriented.
Positive, friendly, and professional demeanor.
Ability to work well with others in a group or one-on-one setting.
Work safely and comply with the company's safety policy and drug and alcohol testing requirements.
Wear proper personal protective equipment at all times.
Be available for overtime, extended hours, night shifts, and weekends as required.
Some travel may be required.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of aggregate production and associated equipment, and understanding of operational and safety requirements.
Familiarity with MSHA and OSHA regulations.
High school diploma or GED (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

Perform general laborer duties associated with HMA plants.
Shovel, rake, and handle small tools; shovel material around and onto conveyors.
Clean equipment and assist with cleaning parts, materials, and equipment.
Operate small power tools when called upon.
Signal construction-equipment operators to facilitate alignment and movement of materials.
Maintain the yard and plant, keeping areas neat and free of debris.
Perform general housekeeping around plant facilities.
Follow plant rules and regulations and wear required safety equipment while on plant grounds.
Promote and follow the company safety policy, encourage others to adopt safety as a culture, and work safely to protect oneself and others.
Promote a team approach and communicate with employees to exchange information and gather ideas.
Collaborate with project teams on special initiatives as required.
Perform other duties as assigned; may be trained to operate a forklift, loader, or similar equipment.