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Laborer Asphalt/Grading Jobs in gladstone, Michigan (MI) at Walbec Group

Laborer Asphalt/Grading Jobs in gladstone, Michigan (MI) at Walbec Group

Sample Laborer Asphalt/Grading Job Description

Laborer - Asphalt/Grading

Position summary: 
Under the direction of the Foreman, the Laborer must be able to follow directions provided by a foreman on a paving or grading crew to perform many basic tasks that require physical labor.
 
Role and Responsibilities:

  • Assist in layout of roadway and parking lots.
  • Understand and know how a job is being graded or paved.
  • Help with paver set up or setting grade.
  • Mark any obstacles / manholes / water boxes / gas valves / catch basins / etc., for crew and trucks.
  • Help set signs and direct traffic to and through job site.
  • Work out areas which cannot be graded by machines or laid with the screed
  • Asphalt laborers must Identify areas that require repair or have imperfections in the mat and repair it.
  • Grading Laborers are must be cognizant of grade depths, flow, ADA requirements, etc.
  • Help keep machines clean.
  • Keep all hand tools clean and maintained.
  • Clean, sweep, trim pavement edges and assist in other cleanup of the job site as required.
  • Additional duties as assigned by Foreman or other management level.

 Qualifications and Education Requirements:

  • Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

Preferred Skills:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Prior construction experience.

 
Additional Notes:

  • Must be able to travel and work varied hours including nights/early mornings, weekends and as needed. Positions are seasonal based on weather
  • Must have reliable transportation; be willing to travel to any and all jobsites, and show up to work on time every day.
  • Free training and lots of growth potential!

Physical Requirements

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  

Task

Critical

Frequency

Intensity

Comments

Climbing

A

1

2

Going up and down ladders, stairs, and ramps. Using of feet and legs, and/or hands and arms.  Body agility is emphasized

Balancing

A

5

2

Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces

Stooping

A

3

2

Bending body downward and forward by bending at the waist.  This task is important if it occurs a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles

Kneeling

A

3

2

Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees

Crouching

A

3

2

Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine

Crawling

A

3

2

Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet

Pulling/Pushing

A

2

3

Using upper arms and shoulders to exert force in order to draw, drag, or tug objects in a sustained motion.

Lifting

A

5

5

Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position.  This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper arms, shoulders, and back.

Fingering

B

1

1

Picking, pinching, typing, keyboarding, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather then whole hand or arms as in handling

Grasping

A

5

2

Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palms

Feeling

B

1

2

Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.

Reaching

A

4

3

Raising arms from a lower to a higher position in all planes and directions, to conduct task.  This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper arms, shoulders, and back muscles.

Standing

A

3

1

To support one self on the feet in an erect position

Walking

A

2

1

To move along on foot: advance by steps.

Handling

A

5

2

Using of hands to grasp, lift and use tools and material

Sitting

C

3

1

To rest on the buttocks or haunches, while using upper extremities.

  Critical  How important is the item to completion of assigned responsibilities A = essential to the job                required, but not essential                  not required   Frequency  How often does the job require the employee to demonstrate the task 1 = less then 10% of time              2 = from 11 25 % of time                   3 = from 26 50 % of time 4 = from 51 75 % of time                5 = from 75 100 % of time                 Intensity  Lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling of weight to the completion of assigned responsibilities  1 = less then 10 lbs.                2 = from 10 24 lbs.                   3 = from 25 49 lbs.       4 = from 50 74 lbs.             5 = from 74 99 lbs.                  6 = from 100 lbs. and up

Environmental Requirements  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

  • Be able to tolerate variable weather conditions from extreme heat to cold
  • Work in a dirty and dusty environment
  • Be able to walk and/or stand for extended time (up to an entire day's shift)
  • Be able to comprehend, understand and follow policies, procedures and safety requirements
  • Have the ability to hear and see to the level of accomplishment for above requirements

Additional Notes Must have reliable transportation and show up to work on time every day.  Must be willing to travel to any and all job sites without exception. The ability to work varied hours including nights, early mornings, and weekends as needed.  

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.  In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!

 

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