Finish Blade Operator - Heavy Equipment Operator

Overview

Sunland Asphalt & Construction, LLC. strives to recruit top talent and we are committed to help you grow both professionally and personally. The vision is: 'To be the best place in the world to work.'

Comprehensive Health Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision are available.

Finish 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.

• Operate heavy equipment; specifically Cat equipment.
• Follow direction of the Foreman and/or Superintendent with regards to daily production schedule and activities.
• Work quickly, productively and safely to meet production goals.
• Adhere to Sunland’s Core Values and safety policies and procedures.
• Attend job-site and safety meetings and all Company related training.
• Coordinate with Foreman or Crew Leader to ensure the job-site is safe and traffic is controlled prior to commencing work.
• Communicate effectively with paver operator, truck drivers and general laborers.
• If driving a commercial motor vehicle, perform pre/post trip inspections in compliance with laws.
• Transport equipment as required and assist in maintenance of equipment.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain equipment and machinery.
• Report problems and malfunction to supervisor/shop personnel.
• Set up and tear down equipment; maintain a clean job site and secure tools daily.
• Understand material handling and storage in compliance with SDS sheets.
• Coordinate with contractors, sub-contractors and vendors to complete the job.
• Provide excellent service as a front-line Company representative to customers and the public.
• Use rakes, shovels, wheelbarrows and other hand tools as needed.
• Perform other general laborer work as needed and as assigned.

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

• Customer Focus / Customer Orientation
• Ownership / Results Driven
• Relationships / Teamwork Orientation
• Ethics / Honesty, Integrity
• Safety / The Foundation of Everything We Do

• This position is safety-sensitive and subject to the company’s drug and alcohol policy, as well as all OSHA regulations.
• All employees must wear appropriate PPE.
• Safety ambassador duties include complying with laws and company policy, enforcing safe practices, and addressing hazards.

• Ability to communicate on site, read materials, and lift up to 50 pounds; climb stairs/ladders; bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and perform other positions as required.
• Work on project sites and operate vehicles, trailers, machinery and tools following safety guidelines.
• Outdoor work in all weather; exposure to chemicals, vapors, pollutants, noise, and dust.

• Full-time position with occasional evening and weekend work as duties demand.
• Willingness to travel to any jobsite as needed.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Six months to one year related experience preferred.
• Ability to speak, read and write English preferred.

• Valid driver’s license with clean MVR. CDL may be required for some departments/divisions.
• Passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and background check required.

Sunland Asphalt is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer.

The statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. The roles and objectives do not include setting corporate policy or acting as a managing agent of the company.

Sunland Asphalt, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Sunland Asphalt is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email  with your request and contact information.

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