What are the responsibilities and job description for the Asphalt Plant Laborer position at L.L. Pelling Company, Inc.?
This position performs a wide variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor around our hot mix asphalt plant in Iowa City. This is a seasonal position that typically starts in March and ends in November when laid off.
Work Environment:
This position is exposed to all types of outside weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, dust, and fumes. Laborers work around moving conveyor belts, oversized front-end loaders, and dump trucks. The noise level is usually very loud. Personal protective equipment is provided.
Schedule:
Based on production needs, this position may work days (Monday to Friday) or overnight (Sunday night to Friday morning). Weekly overtime of 50 hours is common.
Duties:
- Assist in the operation and maintenance of the asphalt plant.
- General laboring such as shoveling, cleaning, and greasing.
- Perform duties as required by the plant supervisor.
Required:
- Regular dependable attendance
- Above average mechanical skills
- Able to use hand and power tools
- Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
- Able to stand, crouch, and walk for long periods of time (10 hours)
- Able to climb up and down heights of 100 feet
- Regularly lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 50 pounds
- Available to work days and nights, including overtime
Benefits:
Like our people, our benefits are some of the best in the area.
- Paid vacation (5 days)
- Paid holidays
- Generous 401k retirement plan match
- Affordable health, dental, & vision insurance
- Company-sponsored (free) life insurance for employees, spouses, & dependents
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Employee appreciation events & gifts
- Wellness Program
- Safety Incentive Program
Company Info:
Since 1948, LL Pelling has earned a reputation for integrity, quality, and safety. We’re committed to treating our employees with fairness, offering competitive pay, maintaining safe work environments, and providing some of the best benefits in the construction industry. If you’re looking for a trusted employer with steady work all season and a rewarding compensation package, we’d love for you to join our team!
Pre-employment drug screening employer
Random drug testing employer
Minorities, women, and vets encouraged to apply.
LL Pelling participates in E-Verify post-employment.
