Department: Field Operations

Work Location: 11-County Metro Area (Twin Cities, MN)

Job type: Full-Time / Seasonal

Pay Type / Range:

Journeyman Union Scale.  $44.00 per hour (based on experience and/or size and type of equipment)
(This pay range is a good-faith estimate of compensation for this role.)

Union Benefits & Additional Information:

• Laborers Local 563 Union (https://liunaminnesota.org/member)
• Health & Welfare and Pension available through Union Fringe Benefits.
• Mental Health & Wellness Support provided through TEAM EAP.
• PTO (ESST) Program covering all time away from work.
• Referral bonuses – earn rewards to help us recruit new talent.
• Annual boot allowance 

Job Summary: Asphalt Laborers manually shovel, smooth, lift, pull and carry any and all asphalt construction materials as required and work in conjunction with machine operators from the ground to ready surfaces for grading or paving.  This position supports the paving crew by preparing the work area, assisting with the application and finishing of asphalt, and ensuring safety and efficiency on site. This position requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.

Other Requirements: All candidates are required to pass a thorough Background Check, Physical and Drug Test.  References may also be checked. We participate in E-Verify.

Job Duties & Requirements:

Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Utilizes hand tools and pneumatic tools to fix, repair, or maintain asphalt surfaces.
• Must have good manual dexterity skills and strength required to perform any and all laborer type duties.
• Must possess ability to work both supervised and unsupervised and have strong communication skills.
• Ability to work long hours and some weekends
• Must have the ability to hear, speak and follow directions carefully.
• Continually required to reach, pull, carry, grab, pull, and lift.
• Must possess both good strength and good endurance as work performed in all types of weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift 50+ pounds regularly on a daily basis
• Regular attendance and overtime are required.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• 3 years of experience working with asphalt (patching and paving).
• Class A CDL driver’s license with a good driving record (highly preferred).
• Knowledge of the Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs.
• Good vision for close tolerance work and any night work may be required.
• High school education or GED equivalent.
• Strong team player
• Reliable and on-time.

Live up to our company Core Values:

• Safety - Safety in the workplace is a mutual responsibility of the employer, management and all employees. We have an expectation that all employees will play an active role in workplace safety and always promote a positive safety culture.
• Quality - Quality is the best business plan. It is an investment in our future.  Quality leads to consistency.  Consistency leads to happy employees, satisfied customers and a growing business.
• Respect - Respect at work is crucial as it promotes healthy relationships between coworkers and managers, as well as outside the organization. A respectful employee is a sign of a respectful organization and therefore creates a positive image of our company and our workplace. 
• Integrity - Real integrity is doing the right thing, whether someone realizes it or not. Displaying Integrity helps build trust and drives a certain level of expectation.  Integrity is choosing your thoughts and actions based on values rather than personal gain.
• Commitment - Commitment is the bond employee’s share with their organization and its employees. Committed employees bring exceptional value to the organization through their support, productivity, determination, reliability and quality.  Commitment shows and can be contagious. 

Company Information:

For more than 75 years, Bituminous Roadways has aspired to be your full-service asphalt pavement solutions provider, and contractor of choice, to both work for and with. We are a union contractor with a diverse workforce dedicated to safety, innovation, continual improvement, environmental stewardship and most importantly, superior customer service.

At Bituminous Roadways, we're energetic and passionate about what we do with an excellent reputation for performance and as a place to work.  Because of our continued growth, we seek qualified candidates who share our vision, values, and commitment to superior customer service.

More reasons to join BR:

• Family owned and operated
• Paid Training
• Advancement opportunities – we aim to promote within
• No out of town jobs / home every night
• Family Oriented – Annual events

Bituminous Roadways, Inc. is committed to building a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital status, familial status, age, disability, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.