Ground Operator

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Seeking Experienced MILLING GROUND PERSON for our 2025 construction season. However, we are WILLING TO TRAIN THE RIGHT CANDIDATE who possesses related/transferrable skills.

This is a full-time seasonal position; schedules are job-specific. (Potential longer season for the right candidates)

Pay Scale: $25.00 – $45.00 per hour. Negotiable based on skill and experience.

Duties

  • Perform general labor duties using hand tools: Shovels, picks, or any hand tools associated with the milling operations.
  • Assist with the preventative and regular maintenance of milling machines (e.g., greasing drums, helping change teeth, etc.).
  • Perform quality cutting depth control and identifying any hazards to the operator. (e.g., Manhole covers, overhead wires, etc.).
  • Safe and efficient spotting of reversing trucks or milling machine on job sites.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience operating asphalt milling equipment is preferred.
  • Regular, consistent attendance & regular overtime at all assigned job sites.
  • Own reliable transportation for commute to shop/city yard.
  • Able to work Full-time, including overtime.
  • Fatigue Management Rules Apply.

Key Competencies

  • Practice and encourage safe work behaviors.
  • Ability to understand oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with the public, supervisors, and coworkers.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with the management team and support co-workers.

Benefits

  • Competitive Wages/Salaries
  • Overtime Pay
  • Direct Deposit & Vacation/Holiday Pay
  • Opportunities for Long term employment/more benefits for longterm employees

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only selected candidates will be contacted.