Asphalt Distributor Operator (Req #: 507)

Company: Peckham Industries
Location: Athens
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Peckham IndustriesLocation: Athens, NYSalary Interval: SeasonalDate Posted: 01/22/2023 About Us: Family by ChoicePeckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our "family by choice" philosophy delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers. In addition, the company's construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/pre-stressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components. Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable. Job Summary: This Asphalt Distributor Operator operates an asphalt distributor on road construction projects in Towns, Villages, Counties, and for State DOT's. The operator will perform basic maintenance and cleaning on the distributor, load it with material at a central location, and drive it to individual projects within the work region (multiple states). A high level of coordination and awareness is needed for this position. Essential Functions: 1. Protect family and friends. Operate equipment safely and efficiently while wearing proper PPE. Be part of a Safety Culture that fosters openness, innovation, idea sharing, and actions to improve while maintaining a thorough knowledge of, and commitment to, industry best practices and leading safety programs.2. Efficiency. Perform Routine and preventative Maintenance to equipment and apply liquid asphalt and emulsions to surfaces at specified rates while driving Requirements, Education and Experience:1. CDL Class B with air brake and tank endorsement, required2. Experience in the asphalt paving industry, preferred3. Proficient verbal and written English4. Legal right to work in the U.S.Other Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Travel:Position may require up to 10% travel by personal vehicle to offices throughout the state of New York, and New England based on the needs of the business. The rest of an operator's time is in the vehicle traveling or on-site performing work.Work Environment/Physical Demands:This position works in a construction environment. Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 50 lb. or more. This position works on or near moving mechanical parts and loud equipment. Requires the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time as well as lifting, pulling, bending, kneeling, squatting, climbing, walking, reaching, driving, and repetitive motion. Values:At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth and we believe will pave the way for future success. Peckham Industries, Inc. (PII) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to provide EEO to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, if you have a disability and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Peckham, please contact Recruitment@peckham.com.PI206696231

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