Milling Operator (Albuquerque, NM)

SUNLAND ASPHALT

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Come join our Award Winning Team.

Sunland Asphalt & Construction, Inc. strives to recruit top talent and we are committed to help you grow both professionally and personally. We are confident you will find our Company a dynamic and rewarding place in which to work because here at Sunland Asphalt our vision is: 'To be the best place in the world to work.'

Sunland Asphalt offers employees:

• Competitive Weekly Pay and Paid Time Off
• 401(K) and Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance and Community Involvement
• Comprehensive Health Benefits including; Health, Dental, Vision
• Life/Disability Insurances
• Award Winning Peers & Projects
• And A Foundation Built on Safety

POSITION PURPOSE

The Milling 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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Employee shall perform all duties and responsibilities with Sunland's Core Values at the forefront.
• Must work quickly, productively and safely to meet production goals as outlined by the Foreman, Superintendent and/or Production Manager.
• Follow direction of the Foreman and/or Superintendent with regards to daily production schedule and activities.
• Operate heavy equipment such as trucks, screeds, rollers, pavers, paving finishing machines, paving curbing machines, milling machines and front-end loaders to apply asphalt products according to job specifications.
• Must be an advocate of safety and follow safety policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in job-site and safety meetings and all Company related training.
• Works in conjunction with Foreman or Crew Leader to ensure the job-site is safe and traffic is controlled prior to commencing work.
• Must be a strong communicator and be in constant contact with the paver operator, truck drivers and general laborers.
• If driving a commercial motor vehicle, CMV, will conduct pre/post trip inspections in compliance with federal, state and local laws.
• May operate trucks to transport equipment to and from production sites as required and assist in the maintenance of all equipment.
• Inspect, clean and maintain equipment and machinery.
• Responsible for reporting problems and malfunction equipment and/or machinery to supervisor and/or shop personnel.
• May set up and tear down equipment.
• Maintain a clean job site; pick up all tools, equipment, and secure job site each day.
• Understand material handling and storage in compliance with SDS sheets.
• Coordinate and work with contractors, sub-contractors and vendors to complete job.
• Serve as front-line Company representative and must provide excellent service to the customer and to the public.
• Use equipment and/or an assortment of hand tools such as rakes, shovels, wheel barrels, etc.
• Perform all other general laborer work as needed.
Any and all duties assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• C ustomer Focus Customer Orientation
• O wnership Results Driven, Performance, Time and Stress Management and Composure
• R elationships Teamwork Orientation, Diversity and Inclusion
• E thics Honesty, Integrity, Do the Right Thing
• S AFETY The Foundation of Everything We Do

SAFETY

• This position is considered a safety-sensitive position and is subject to the company's drug and alcohol policy, as well as all OHSA regulations.
• The employee must be able operate vehicles and trailers in a safe manner in compliance with local, state and federal traffic laws, and must be able to operate equipment, machinery and other tools in compliance with safety guidelines.
All employees must wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety guidelines at all times as an essential part of their job responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to work outside, frequently for long periods of time in all weather, including extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to climb, bend, stoop, kneel and lift overhead.
While working the employee might be exposed to various chemicals, vapors, pollutants, gases, uneven surfaces, loud noises, moving vehicles or machines, and dust/debris.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Work Experience and Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Six (6) months to one (1) year related experience is preferred.
• Ability to speak read and write English is preferred.
• Must be willing to travel to any and all jobsite without exception (including staying away from home if necessary.)

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

• A current driver's license is preferred.
• Must have a clean motor-vehicle record if operating a Company vehicle.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and background check.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Sunland Asphalt is an equal employment opportunity employer.