Find & Apply For Asphalt / Screed Worker / Paver Jobs in Winter Park, Florida

Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Veterans Preference General Description Asphalt Laborers typically have previous experience working with hot mix asphalt or in road construction; predominately working with their hands, feet and using consistent thought process in decision making and executing instructions. Key Duties Asphalt Laborers are responsible for carrying out a wide range of physical responsibilities which may include: Walking alongside Asphalt Paver operations, identifying asphalt surface areas, that require attention. Utilizing hand tools, such as Asphalt Lute and Shovel, to manipulate asphalt to ensure smooth asphalt surface. Serving at the Spotter for dump trucks and other heavy equipment; which consists of visual, verbal and hand communication(s). Operating small equipment, such as broom tractor, skid steer, roller, chop saw, grinders, walk behind saw, etc. Shoveling, sweeping, and using a wheelbarrow Other duties, as assigned. General. To perform this job, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Experience. This position requires minimal experience in the asphalt industry. 0-3 years of experience preferred. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Driver's license (preferred). Must be able to understand verbal and visual instructions and communicate with job site supervisors and fellow employees. Physical Demands. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an Asphalt Laborer to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Constant ability to walk at slow pace, on various walking surfaces, including asphalt, concrete, dirt and stone. Frequent ability to stoop, bend, and crouch. Frequent physical dexterity to use hand tools, such as a hand shovel and asphalt lute; consisting of pushing/pulling and lifting up to 25 lbs. Must be able to use steps and handle/grab bard to access and egress heavy mobile equipment. Frequent vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Frequent ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., moving equipment, backing alarms, or other alarms, instructions/directions from supervisor and/or spotter). Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that an Asphalt Laborer will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Work is performed outdoors, in various weather conditions; typically excluding below freezing temperatures. Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, commonly found in road construction. Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found in road construction or near equipment, such as, grease, diesel fuel, gasoline, and asphalt. Employee regularly works near heavy equipment, moving machinery, and near traffic. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.