COMPANY OVERVIEW
Northwoods Paving, a division of Mathy Construction Company since 1995, provides quality production, placement and maintenance of hot mix asphalt throughout Northern Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Our company specializes in projects such as interstate highways, airfields, commercial parking lots, residential streets, driveways, tennis courts, athletic tracks, recreational trails and bike paths.
A tradition of commitment, quality, and excellence is the foundation of our continued success. For many years, this locally managed and family-owned company has had a long-standing tradition of providing the highest quality products and services for our communities.
POSITION SUMMARY
Under direction of the foremen, laborers will typically work on a road crew but may work at an asphalt plant or maintenance shop. A laborer’s job function will include, but not be limited to: job layout, shoveling, raking and sweeping, along with operating small equipment such as blowers, saws, compactors and jack hammers. On the job training will provide the knowledge and skills to become a productive member of one of our crews, with the potential for advancement opportunities to become an equipment operator.
This position is full-time seasonal working May through November (weather permitting). Average work days usually last up to 14 hours, requiring overtime and working Saturdays. Travel may be required in Northcentral Wisconsin; however, workload may also require further travel under unique circumstances. Qualified overnight stay will be compensated with per diem.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Reliable transportation
- Valid driver’s license preferred
- Ability to obtain Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), if required
- Physically fit to perform the job functions including the ability to stand, squat, bend, lift, and walk for long durations
- Previous construction or physical job experience preferred
- Able to communicate effectively and work in stressful situations
- Ability to listen and take direction from others
- Willingness to be a team player and help train less experienced employees
BENEFITS
Benefit package is offered through the Union.