LEHMAN-ROBERTS COMPANY - A PROUD TRADITION SINCE 1939

Lehman-Roberts Company and sister company Memphis Stone and Gravel, have been a part of the fabric of Memphis for more than a combined 190 years. Now in its fourth generation of family ownership, Patrick Nelson leads as President in our dedication to the manufacturing and placement of quality hot mix asphalt along with surface mining of aggregates. Anchoring our company's efforts are the core values of stewardship, humility, continuous improvement, and relationships. With manufacturing facilities throughout West Tennessee and North Mississippi, the family of companies specializes in construction projects ranging from commercial projects to miles of interstate highway paving throughout the Mid-South.

Pay Rate Starts:  $15.00 an hour.  We offer on the job training!  Must be able to meet basic and travel requirements.  

Benefits:

We have committed to become a leader in the highway construction and aggregate industries by rewarding our most valuable resource... our employees!  As part of the team, we offer:

• Paid Vacations and Holidays
• Earned Paid Time Off
• Medical/ Dental (reduced premium cost with participation in Wellness Program)
• Life Insurance
• 401K w/ Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Flexible Spending Account
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance, Short/ Long Term Disability and Vision

Asphalt Plant Ground Worker Review

Performs daily maintenance duties at Asphalt Plant, including greasing plant components and cleaning material build-up.  This position is a floater position and will require travel between plants in areas of: Memphis, TN, Byhalia, MS and Hernando, MS.  Travel to other plants may happen on occasion, based on the area of residence.

 Asphalt Plant Ground Worker Responsibilities

• Learn and exhibit company core values, resulting in a cooperative, positive and supportive attitude.
• Must work in safe, professional manner, following company Safety Program policies and OSHA regulations. Wearing of personal protective equipment is required at all time.
• Perform regular maintenance on asphalt plant and field operations equipment. This will include climbing ladders at considerable heights and carrying heaving objects.
• Monitor plant components and notify foreman of changes or parts in need of repair.
• Must be willing to accept training on plant systems, equipment operation, and repair of plant equipment, etc.
• Follow directions of foreman as to daily tasks and expectations for each job site.
• Complete responsibilities in a heavy industrial environment.
• Must promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and have good recognition skills of potential hazards.

Asphalt Plant Ground Worker Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Possess a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Must pass a “fit-for-duty” physical exam and drug
• Must have dependable transportation to and from work.
• Must be able to travel to Asphalt North Plants including Memphis, TN, Byhalia, MS and Hernando, MS.  Plants may change based on area of residence.
• Must be punctual and dependable, good manager of time and thrive within a flexible work schedule that can include early start times, late quit times, weekend’s and occasional night work.
• Show ability and willingness to work in a team environment.
• Familiarity with heavy construction equipment and have basic mechanical understanding and skills.

Work Conditions/ Physical Requirements

• Climbing ladders/ stairs with hand rails and working at heights up to 75 feet on platforms with guard rails
• Carrying objects up to 75 lbs. for approximately 20 feet
• Must be comfortable with confined spaces
• Exposed to all weather elements
• Exposed to high noise levels
• Travel to various plant locations in North Mississippi and West Tennessee 

Relatable Work Experience: Applicants with the following experience may have enough relatable skills to be considered for this opening.

• Landscape Worker
• Farmer
• Outdoor Laborer
• Roofing
• Utility Worker
• Construction Worker
• Military- Construction units
• Welding experience

It is the policy of Lehman-Roberts Company not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (to include pregnancy and sexual orientation), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or because he or she is a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The statements included in this job posting are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Lehman-Roberts Company and/or the Memphis Stone & Gravel Company and their designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-hire drug testing.