Asphalt Crew Laborer - PLM Paving and Concrete

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities::

This job will require constant physical activity in an outdoor environment working as a crew member.

This position is full-time seasonal working May through November with the opportunity to continue to supplement your income in the winter months with snow removal.. Average work days usually 10-12 hours but at times may be shorter or longer, depending on which crew you are hired to work for.

Travel is required between job locations at times depending on the locations assigned.

Job Summary::

PLM performs all asphalt and concrete repair and paving needs for commercial and industrial property owners throughout Milwaukee, Madison and SE Wisconsin.

Under direction of the foremen, laborers will perform asphalt maintenance work on parking lots and roadways. PLM will specifically train the individual to acquire the knowledge, skill and experience to advance in the organization and be a productive employee even if you have no experience coming into the company.

Qualifications (Experience, Education & Certifications, Key Attributes)::

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential 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.

 

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Reliable transportation to report to PLM
• Valid driver’s license preferred
• Ability to obtain Commercial Driver s License (CDL), if required (and preferred)
• Physically fit to perform the job functions including the ability to stand, squat, bend, lift, and walk for long durations
• Previous construction or physical job experience preferred
• Able to communicate effectively and work in stressful situations
• Ability to listen and take direction from others
• Willingness to be a team player and help train less experienced employees

 

 

 

Physical Requirements: (Each to have one of the following based on the position: Never, Rarely, Occasionally, Constantly)

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods: Occasionally 
• Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another: Constantly
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching: Constantly
• Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions: Constantly
• Talking and hearing to communicate with others: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens: Rarely 
• Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment: Occasionally
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers: Constantly
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like: Occasionally
• Operating machinery and/or power tools: Occasionally
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment: Rarely
• The ability to travel regionally or nationally: Occasionally

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Rarely
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Constantly
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Occasionally
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Rarely

Working Conditions:

• Low temperatures: Occasionally
• High temperatures: Constantly
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind: Occasionally
• Noisy environments: Constantly
• Hazardous conditions: Constantly
• Shift work, to include overnight work: Occasionally
• Frequent overtime, including weekends: Occasionally
• Office environment: Never

 

Pave America and it's companies offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.

 

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with OFCCP regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. We actively promote diversity and inclusion within our workforce. Pave America and it's companies promote a drug-free workplace. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. In compliance with OFCCP requirements, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify their gender, race, and veteran status. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.