Asphalt Heavy Equipment Operator Full Time

Job Description:
Francis O Day Co., Inc. a leading paving and excavation company that operates in Maryland and Virginia, is seeking an experienced Asphalt Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team. This role involves operating one of our various types of heavy machinery, such as pavers, rollers, or milling machines, for asphalt paving projects. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the completion of both private and state-funded projects.

Requirements:

• Must have strong verbal communication skills, ability to read and write.
• Employees must be able to work with and without direct supervision.
• Complete and abide by all Safety Training and other provided training.
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Experience in operating heavy equipment (pavers, rollers, milling machines, etc.) used in asphalt paving projects.

Job Duties:

• Operate paving machine, shuttle buggy/transfer machine, milling machine, asphalt roller, asphalt screed or sensor operator
• Understand and inspect the environment around the equipment before operation, to protect people and property.
• Operate equipment with adherence to common operational practices including efficient digging and safety.
• Cleaning and performing daily/preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Attendance required according to company attendance policy to ensure crew is able to operate at normal proficiency level.
• Follow all safety policies and PPE use.

Physical Demands:

• Frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50-75 lbs.
• The ability to quickly respond appropriately to unexpected events.
• May require long periods of standing and being subjected to adverse weather conditions.
• Consistently wear common protective or safety equipment.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed outdoors.
• Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Must be able for day and night shifts

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• 4 Paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Referral bonus
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401K with company contribution
• Overtime opportunity
• 16 hours of paid Sick & Safe Leave after 90 days
• 1 week of paid vacation after 1 year of service

About F.O. Day Company:
For over 80 years, family-owned Francis O Day Co. Inc. has developed into an award-winning construction company by building close relationships with our extended family of valued clients, trusted employees, and dedicated subcontractors & suppliers. Francis O Day Co. Inc.’s headquarters support its regional offices and four asphalt production facilities. Based on a Total Process Reliability (TPR) approach, our management leads the team with a focus on safety, quality, and sustainable performance with a state-of-the-art technology and equipment while maintaining a long-term competitive advantage.

Francis O Day Co. Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without any discrimination due to their race, gender, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy extends to all aspects of employment with F.O. Day Company, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring decisions, assignment, advancement, compensation, benefits, retention, and termination.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.