Asphalt Paving Operator; Union

Position: Asphalt Paving Operator (Union)
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Position Description

Wildish, a family owned company, has been a trusted and reputable name since 1935. Our rich history and deep experience have made us one of the most diversified and focused companies in the state of Oregon. Wildish Group of Companies provide a unique capability in accomplishing different types of projects. With the corporate office and main plant in Eugene, Oregon, as well as a satellite office in Fairview, Oregon, we serve our clients throughout the Northwest.

Overview:

Wildish Construction Co. is a division of the Wildish Group of Companies headquartered in Eugene, Oregon and operates out of our fixed plant facilities located in Eugene.

Wildish Construction Co. performs both large and small heavy civil projects, specializing in excavation, grading, aggregates, underground, asphalt, and concrete. International Union of Operating Engineers Local No. 701 and Wildish Construction Co. are looking for qualified Asphalt Paving Operators in the Eugene/Springfield area.

The normal work week is Monday - Friday, with Saturdays as needed to maintain schedule, totaling 40 to 60+ hours per week.

Title
:
Asphalt Paving Operator, Wildish Construction Co.

Reports To
:
Asphalt Paving Foreman

Primary Functions
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• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely and productively perform asphalt paving operations, including operation of pavers, screeds, raking, shoveling, and layout to efficiently/consistently achieve smooth, quality asphalt on parking lots, streets, and highways.
• Must be able to work safely and follow all company policies.
• Must be able to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with all personnel and to perform all duties safely and productively to ensure quality work.
• Must have the ability to conduct daily equipment inspections to identify any safety and maintenance issues.

Position Requirements

Job Requirements:

• Must be willing to join appropriate union.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have at least 5 years of experience with the defined type of equipment; ability to operate different types of equipment is a plus.
• Must possess the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
• Must be reliable, honest, and hardworking.
• Must have a valid driver s license and insurable under company policy (CDL preference given).
• Must be able to follow OSHA and Wildish policies for safety and conduct.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test. (
  
  Note:
  
  Position is subject to random drug testing.)

Physical/Mental Requirements:

• Environment:
  Work in hot, cold, daylight, nighttime, wet, and/or dusty environments, and in noisy and/or jarring conditions; wear personal protective equipment.
• Strength:
  Capable of continuously pushing and pulling hand operated levers, depressing foot operated pedals, and/or turning steering wheels for mechanical and hydraulic systems; routinely lifting and carrying 25-50 pounds, occasionally lifting and carrying 100 pounds.
• Flexibility:
  Capable of walking on uneven, slick, loose and/or broken surfaces; climbing onto and off of equipment; turning neck and torso to the rear while arms and legs remain facing forward; sitting and/or standing while being bounced and/or vibrated.
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  Capable of performing multiple tasks simultaneously (e.g., operating left and right hand controls and left and right foot pedals; flipping switches and pushing buttons).
• Respiratory Capacity
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  Capable of wearing a respiratory protection device while working in hazardous atmospheric conditions or as required.
• Endurance
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  Capable of performing assigned duties for eight or more hours at a time; ability to be on your feed for long periods of time.
• Responsiveness
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  Capable of identifying through sight, sound, smell, and/or touch, and reacting quickly to, hazardous situations.
• Communication
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  Capable of verbally asking questions, responding to questions, relaying information, and responding to and alerting others of hazardous situations.
• Mental
  :
  Capable of understanding and following instructions; solving problems presented by unexpected job and/or equipment conditions; recognizing and following common safety practices.
  
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