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　　Northeast Paving isNew Englands leading general contractor specializingin asphalt production, roadway paving, and heavy civil construction.Every year, we plan and build hundreds of public and privately fundedprojects safely, successfully, and with an innovative approach to giveour clients the greatest possible value for their investment.NortheastPaving is a subsidiary of Vinci Construction USA. Vinci Construction USAalso has multiple other subsidiaries including Senate Asphalt, VirginiaPaving, Dirigo Materials, Cold River Materials and Copiam.

　　Why Join Northeast Paving

　　Northeast Paving offers its employees competitive wages, amazingbenefits and the opportunity for personal growth through in-housetraining and the Career Progression Path. Northeast Paving is built fromthe hard work, integrity, and ingenuity of its employees. If you areready to work hard, rise to the challenge and ready to seek newopportunities then Northeast Paving is the right place for you!Northeast Paving is waiting for your application.

　　General Description

　　An Asphalt Laborer is an hourly-rated skilled craft position thatwillperform tasks listed in the Key Duties below. To perform this jobsuccessfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Dutysatisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of theknowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations maybe made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions.This is a seasonal position with full time hours and overtimepay for hourly employees.

　　Key Duties

　　Asphalt Laborers will be expected to carry out a wide range of taskswhich may include:

　　Raking AsphaltDumping trucksOperating some machinery, such as tractor broomShoveling, sweeping, and using a wheelbarrowMust be able to work nights and weekends when requiredQualification Requirements

　　Education and Experience.This position is an entry-level roleand requires minimal experience in the asphalt industry.{=html}<>- - High school diploma or equivalent - Drivers license (preferred) - Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.

　　{=html}<>- 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 physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties. - Occasionally work with hands extended overhead, sometimes in conjunction with the operation of power tools or hand tools involved in cleaning. - Ability to lift at least 50 pounds individually and up to 90 pounds with assistance. - Manual dexterity to push a wheelbarrow, use hand tools, such as, shovel, rake, pick-axe, and to form proper hand signals for dumping trucks - Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions. - Must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely. - Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.

　　{=html}<>- Work Environment.The work environment characteristics described below are representative f those that an Asphalt Laborer will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

　　- - Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions. - 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.

　　Demonstrate Safety 1st.It is important for members of theNortheastPavingteam to be actively involved in their own safety, while beingconsiderate of fellow employees.

　　Assess work environment for possible hazards and makes sure training isadequate to perform work.

　　Has proper personal protective equipment and tools, uses themappropriately for the given task.

　　Speaks up if seeing an unsafe act

　　Identifies and turns in near miss reports

　　Asks for help, when needed, to perform tasks safely.

　　Considers if there is a safer way to p