Asphalt Paving Lead Person

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Receive daily specific instructions from an Asphalt Superintendent and or Asphalt Foreperson
• Schedule the mobilization of needed equipment
• Supervise/ coordinate, train, and coach assigned personnel in the completion of jobs and daily work duties
• Read plans and set engineering grade stakes to guide equipment operators
• Supervise equipment operators and laborers to ensure that work is being done according to the field layout and the plans
• Supervise personnel to assure proper compaction is obtained on asphalt
• Perform Quality Control relating to field density and cores
• Perform the duties of a heavy equipment operator when necessary
• Perform the duties of a construction worker/ laborer when necessary
• Notify the Project Superintendent / Foreperson when conditions on the job change causing a variation to previous instruction.  (Approval should be received from the Superintendent before adjusting plans)
• Ensure that employees operate and maintain equipment properly
• Notify the shop of equipment mechanical issues
• Lead crew in our safety culture and help ensure a safe working environment
• Maintain time and material records necessary for completing daily job costing
• Perform other duties as assigned. 
• Able to perform essential job functions with/ without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

• Be knowledgeable of materials and equipment needed to perform tasks.

• Be able to read plans and specifications

• Mathematical understanding in order to calculate grades, slopes, dumps, etc.

• Related experience in construction asphalt field, minimum 3 years (desired)

• Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check. 

• Pass a pre-employment “Fit for Work” physical. 

• Be able to provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration document. 

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors and the general public at all times. 

• Report to work at the designated start time. 

• Be able to work long hours when required. 

• Strictly adhere to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook. 

• Have the willingness to work in a team environment and assist co–workers or supervisors with other duties as required.

• Must be able to complete safe driver training, possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

• May be required to have or acquire a CDL as necessary

• Be at least age 18 years of age. 

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Applications with the ability to learn new software systems as needed.

• Be able to communicate appropriately with direct reports, co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.

• Ability to use decision making skills for cost effective solutions on jobs in the absence of a superintendent

Work Environment

• Majority of work will be performed outside in conditions that may be extreme in temperature and condition.
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock or burn.
• The noise level in some areas of the work environment may be loud, but is typically moderate

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

APAC Central Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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